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#5226 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mt. Pleasant High
High School · East Side Union High
1750 South White Rd., San Jose, CA 95127
Enrollment
1,109
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,109
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,226 of 9,539
In San Jose
#126 of 223
public schools
In district
#10 of 16
East Side Union High
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Mt. Pleasant High
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About Mt. Pleasant High
Mt. Pleasant High is a public high school in San Jose, CA, part of East Side Union High. Mt.
Pleasant High serves approximately 1,109 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Pleasant High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,226 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Pleasant High show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Mt. Pleasant High 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.
31% of students at Mt. Pleasant High 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 High — Students at Mt. Pleasant High score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.6%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Mt. Pleasant High Compares
See how Mt. Pleasant High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1750 South White Rd., San Jose, CA 95127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Pleasant High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Latino College Preparatory Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Navigate College Prep (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, B. Roberto Cruz Leadership Academy (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP Navigate College Prep San Jose | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Adelante Dual Language Academy San Jose | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL San Jose | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| August Boeger Middle San Jose | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Robert Sanders Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Ida Jew Academies San Jose | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Valle Vista Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Mt. Pleasant Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Ocala Middle San Jose | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Latino College Preparatory Academy San Jose | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Academy at Mt. Pleasant San Jose | 1.0 mi | 1.4 |
| B. Roberto Cruz Leadership Academy San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| AchieveKids San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds Redwood City | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| ACHIEVEKIDS San Jose | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Thomas P. Ryan Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Kinship Academy San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Cedar Grove Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| EAST VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Jose | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Pleasant High
What grades does Mt. Pleasant High serve?
Mt. Pleasant High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mt. Pleasant High?
Mt. Pleasant High has an enrollment of approximately 1,109 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Pleasant High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Pleasant High 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 High rank in CA?
Mt. Pleasant High ranks #5,226 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mt. Pleasant High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Pleasant High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Pleasant High has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Pleasant High a charter school?
No, Mt. Pleasant High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Pleasant High a Title I school?
No, Mt. Pleasant High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Pleasant High?
54.6% of students at Mt. Pleasant High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,109
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (408) 937-2800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 78.0%
Resources & Links
District
East Side Union High- District Enrollment
- 20,471
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,654
- District Rank
- #10 of 16
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