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#6961 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mt. Pleasant Elementary
Elementary School · Mount Pleasant Elementary
14275 Candler Dr., San Jose, CA 95127
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,961 of 9,539
In San Jose
#154 of 223
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Mount Pleasant Elementary
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Mt. Pleasant Elementary
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About Mt. Pleasant Elementary
Mt. Pleasant Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Mount Pleasant Elementary. Mt.
Pleasant Elementary serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Pleasant Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,961 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Pleasant Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mt. Pleasant Elementary runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
44% of students at Mt. Pleasant Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mt. Pleasant Elementary — Students at Mt. Pleasant Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Mt. Pleasant Elementary Compares
See how Mt. Pleasant Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14275 Candler Dr., San Jose, CA 95127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Pleasant Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adelante Dual Language Academy (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ida Jew Academies (rated 5.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| B. Roberto Cruz Leadership Academy San Jose | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Latino College Preparatory Academy San Jose | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Academy at Mt. Pleasant San Jose | 0.4 mi | 1.4 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL San Jose | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Mt. Pleasant High San Jose | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Robert Sanders Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Adelante Dual Language Academy San Jose | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| KIPP Navigate College Prep San Jose | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds Redwood City | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| August Boeger Middle San Jose | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| AchieveKids San Jose | 0.7 mi | — |
| ACHIEVEKIDS San Jose | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Horace Cureton Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Ida Jew Academies San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Valle Vista Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Thomas P. Ryan Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Ocala Middle San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Lyndale Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Joseph George Middle San Jose | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Sylvia Cassell Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,548
Median Home Value
$995,100
Median Rent
$2,549/mo
Population
61,091
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
39
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Avalon Gardens Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.2 |
| Brentwood Science Los Angeles, CA | 5.2 |
| Community School for Creative Education Oakland, CA | 5.2 |
| Crescent Heights Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.2 |
| Eagle Prairie Elementary Rio Dell, CA | 5.2 |
| HOLY SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Pleasant Elementary
What grades does Mt. Pleasant Elementary serve?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mt. Pleasant Elementary?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Pleasant Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Pleasant Elementary is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Pleasant Elementary rank in CA?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary ranks #6,961 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mt. Pleasant Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mt. Pleasant Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Pleasant Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Pleasant Elementary a charter school?
No, Mt. Pleasant Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Pleasant Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mt. Pleasant Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Pleasant Elementary?
73.2% of students at Mt. Pleasant Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (408) 258-6451
Resources & Links
District
Mount Pleasant Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,549
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,360
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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