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#74 of 219 schools in DE

Top 33% in state

Mount Pleasant High School

High School · Brandywine School District

5201 Washington Street Extensi, Wilmington, DE 19809

Enrollment

1,074

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#74 of 219

In Wilmington

#18 of 50

public schools

In district

#10 of 16

Brandywine School District

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Mount Pleasant High School

7.1/10

High School in Wilmington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mount Pleasant Elementary School

7.7/10

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8.0/10

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About Mount Pleasant High School

Mount Pleasant High School is a public high school in Wilmington, DE, part of Brandywine School District. Mount Pleasant High School serves approximately 1,074 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Pleasant High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Pleasant High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • DE avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
College Readiness8.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate79%
AP Participation15.7%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,228
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Mount Pleasant High School — Students at Mount Pleasant High School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
24.0% (2015 DESSA)
ELA Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
52.6% (2015 DESSA)

Based on 30 test records from DE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
34.7%
ELA
65.7%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
48%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Mount Pleasant High School Compares

See how Mount Pleasant High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in DE
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.5
Sports
23
12 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered IB Programme
15.7% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·183 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
12 boys'·11 girls'·30 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5201 Washington Street Extensi, Wilmington, DE 19809

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Pleasant High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Brandywine High School (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Howard High School of Technology (rated 4.9/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Pleasant Elementary School Wilmington 0.5 mi 7.7
Carrcroft Elementary School Wilmington 1.1 mi 8.0
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Wilmington 1.0 mi 6.1
MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington 1.3 mi
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School Wilmington 1.5 mi 6.7
East Side Charter School Wilmington 1.7 mi 6.5
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School Wilmington 1.6 mi 7.2
Brandywine High School Wilmington 2.1 mi 7.1
Lombardy Elementary School Wilmington 1.8 mi 7.1
CONCORD PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE Wilmington 1.9 mi
Forwood Elementary School Wilmington 2.3 mi 8.2
URBAN PROMISE SCHOOL Wilmington 2.1 mi 6.8
ST EDMOND'S ACADEMY Wilmington 2.3 mi 7.1
Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School Wilmington 2.2 mi 5.0
Maple Lane Elementary School Claymont 2.2 mi 5.1
SHARON TEMPLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Wilmington 2.4 mi
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy Wilmington 2.5 mi 3.0
Howard High School of Technology Wilmington 2.7 mi 4.9
Springer Middle School Wilmington 2.8 mi 6.6
Stubbs Early Education Center Wilmington 2.7 mi 2.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19809 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,988

Median Home Value

$308,900

Median Rent

$1,373/mo

Population

15,129

College Educated

44.9%

Homeownership

69.3%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

37.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Brandywine High School Wilmington, DE 7.1
St. Georges Technical High School Middletown, DE 6.9
Concord High School Wilmington, DE 7.5
Appoquinimink High School Middletown, DE 6.6
Sussex Technical High School Georgetown, DE 6.6
POLYTECH High School Woodside, DE 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Pleasant High School

What grades does Mount Pleasant High School serve?

Mount Pleasant High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mount Pleasant High School?

Mount Pleasant High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,074 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant High School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Pleasant High School rank in DE?

Mount Pleasant High School ranks #74 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Mount Pleasant High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Pleasant High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Mount Pleasant High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Pleasant High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mount Pleasant High School a charter school?

No, Mount Pleasant High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mount Pleasant High School a Title I school?

No, Mount Pleasant High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,074
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%
4-Year Graduation
79.0%

District

Brandywine School District
District Enrollment
10,350
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,228
District Rank
#10 of 16

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