Very Good
#506 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 40% in state
Mount Pleasant Middle School
Middle School · Mount Pleasant Comm School District
400 E Madison St, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#506 of 1,280
In Mount Pleasant
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Mount Pleasant Comm School District
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Mount Pleasant Middle School
Mount Pleasant Middle School is a public middle school in Mount Pleasant, IA, part of Mount Pleasant Comm School District. Mount Pleasant Middle School serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Pleasant Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #506 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Pleasant Middle School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- IA avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Mount Pleasant Middle School — Students at Mount Pleasant Middle School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.2/10.
How Mount Pleasant Middle School Compares
See how Mount Pleasant Middle School 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
400 E Madison St, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Pleasant Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Salem Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Mt. Pleasant), which scores notably higher. Another option is Danville Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Danville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morning Sun Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Morning Sun), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,406
Median Home Value
$164,100
Median Rent
$812/mo
Population
12,796
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
38.7
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|---|---|
| Southeast Valley Middle School Burnside, IA | 7.0 |
| Winterset Middle School Winterset, IA | 7.0 |
| Cherokee Middle School Cherokee, IA | 6.9 |
| Sioux Center Middle School Sioux Center, IA | 6.9 |
| Bondurant - Farrar Intermediate School Bondurant, IA | 6.8 |
| South Tama County Middle School Toledo, IA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Pleasant Middle School
What grades does Mount Pleasant Middle School serve?
Mount Pleasant Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Pleasant Middle School?
Mount Pleasant Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant Middle School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Pleasant Middle School rank in IA?
Mount Pleasant Middle School ranks #506 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Mount Pleasant Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Pleasant Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Pleasant Middle School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mount Pleasant Middle School a charter school?
No, Mount Pleasant Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Pleasant Middle School a Title I school?
No, Mount Pleasant Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Pleasant Middle School?
51.3% of students at Mount Pleasant Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Henry County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (319) 385-7730
Resources & Links
District
Mount Pleasant Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,795
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,739
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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