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#1056 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 33% in state

Mt Pleasant Senior High School

High School · Mt. Pleasant City School District

1155 SOUTH ELIZABETH ST, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Enrollment

1,093

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

7.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,056 of 3,192

In Mount Pleasant

#2 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Mt. Pleasant City School District

Equity

7.8 / 10

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Mt Pleasant Senior High School

7.0/10

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

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About Mt Pleasant Senior High School

Mt Pleasant Senior High School is a public high school in Mount Pleasant, MI, part of Mt. Pleasant City School District. Mt Pleasant Senior High School serves approximately 1,093 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio.

Mt Pleasant Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,056 of 3,192 schools in MI. Structured state assessment records for Mt Pleasant Senior High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Mt Pleasant Senior High School 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation14.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,449
Chronic Absenteeism30.8%

Mt Pleasant Senior High School — Students at Mt Pleasant Senior High School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
70%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
0.5%
ELA
0.5%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
57%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Mt Pleasant Senior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
67th percentile in MI
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.5
Sports
25
12 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
14.8% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics25sports offered
12 boys'·13 girls'·42 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

1155 SOUTH ELIZABETH ST, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt Pleasant Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Shepherd High School (rated 7.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Shepherd), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Flextech High School Shepherd (rated 7.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Shepherd), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Beal City High School (rated 7.5/10, 9.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Fancher School Mount Pleasant 0.4 mi 6.7
Pullen Elementary School Mount Pleasant 0.8 mi 4.9
Isabella Day Treatment Mount Pleasant 0.7 mi
SACRED HEART ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 0.9 mi 6.8
WAY Oasis Mount Pleasant 0.8 mi 5.9
Renaissance Public School Academy Mount Pleasant 1.1 mi 5.8
Mary McGuire School Mount Pleasant 1.4 mi 5.3
Vowles School Mount Pleasant 1.2 mi 5.4
Ganiard School Mount Pleasant 1.6 mi 5.8
Mt Pleasant Middle School Mt. Pleasant 1.9 mi 5.8
SAGINAW CHIPPEWA ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 3.4 mi 7.2
Shepherd High School Shepherd 6.1 mi 7.8
Shepherd Elementary School Shepherd 6.0 mi 5.5
Shepherd Middle School Shepherd 6.2 mi 5.6
Flextech High School Shepherd Shepherd 6.4 mi 7.7
Winn Elementary School Winn 6.5 mi 8.2
Odyssey MiddleHigh School Mount Pleasant 5.9 mi 4.1
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER SCHOOL Mount Pleasant 9.1 mi 4.5
Beal City High School Mount Pleasant 9.2 mi 7.5
Beal City Elementary School Mt. Pleasant 9.2 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48858 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,794

Median Home Value

$168,000

Median Rent

$862/mo

Population

42,732

College Educated

37.1%

Homeownership

48.8%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

27.8%

Median Age

27.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt Pleasant Senior High School

What grades does Mt Pleasant Senior High School serve?

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

How many students attend Mt Pleasant Senior High School?

Mt Pleasant Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,093 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mt Pleasant Senior High School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mt Pleasant Senior High School rank in MI?

Mt Pleasant Senior High School ranks #1,056 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Mt Pleasant Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt Pleasant Senior High 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 Mt Pleasant Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt Pleasant Senior High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Mt Pleasant Senior High School a charter school?

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

Is Mt Pleasant Senior High School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt Pleasant Senior High School?

37.2% of students at Mt Pleasant Senior High 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,093
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Isabella County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.8%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

Mt. Pleasant City School District
District Enrollment
3,397
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,449
District Rank
#1 of 8

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