Best Schools in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Salem Elementary School
Elementary · Mount Pleasant Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.2
out of 10
Median Home
$164,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.2
out of 10
Median Home
$164,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mt. Pleasant
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Salem Elementary School | 9.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.2/10
- Median household income
- $63,406
- Median home value
- $164,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 16 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mt. Pleasant compares
Median household income
$63k
83% of Iowa median
About Schools in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Mt. Pleasant, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.2 out of 10, schools in Mt. Pleasant perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Mt. Pleasant is Salem Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mt. Pleasant is served by 1 school district: Mount Pleasant Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 1,795 students.
Mt. Pleasant's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,406. The poverty rate in the area is 14.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 92 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.2 |
Schools in Mt. Pleasant
Mt. Pleasant, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,406
Median Home Value
$164,100
Median Rent
$812/mo
Population
12,796
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Community Profile
Mt. Pleasant has a median household income of $63,406. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $164,100, with a median rent of $812/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.9%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
How many schools are in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa?
Mt. Pleasant has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mt. Pleasant is 9.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Mt. Pleasant on MySchoolScout is Salem Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mt. Pleasant on MySchoolScout is Salem Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
How many school districts serve Mt. Pleasant, Iowa?
Mt. Pleasant is served by 1 school district: Mount Pleasant Comm School District.
What is the education level in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Mt. Pleasant have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa?
The median household income in Mt. Pleasant is approximately $63,406 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mt. Pleasant is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Iowa Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.