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#524 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 21% in state

Mount Pleasant Elementary School

Elementary School · Livingston Board of Education School District

11 BROADLAWN DR, Livingston, NJ 07039

Enrollment

435

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#524 of 2,466

In Livingston

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Livingston Board of Education School District

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Mount Pleasant Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Livingston · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Mount Pleasant Elementary School

Mount Pleasant Elementary School is a public elementary school in Livingston, NJ, part of Livingston Board of Education School District. Mount Pleasant Elementary School serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Pleasant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #524 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Pleasant Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+39.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+40.3 pts
Overall Proficiency86% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+17.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,041
Chronic Absenteeism3.9%

Mount Pleasant Elementary School — Students at Mount Pleasant Elementary School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

1.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 83.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
96%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
83.3%
ELA
84.3%
2025
Math
87.1%
ELA
84.2%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Mount Pleasant Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

11 BROADLAWN DR, Livingston, NJ 07039

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Pleasant Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mount Pleasant Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby West Orange), which scores notably higher. Another option is Collins Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hillside Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Pleasant Middle School Livingston 0.1 mi 7.1
JUMP EMMERSION SCHOOL Livingston 0.3 mi
Harrison Elementary School Livingston 0.7 mi 6.9
Liberty Middle School West Orange 1.0 mi 8.3
Collins Elementary School Livingston 1.3 mi 8.9
Livingston High School Livingston 1.2 mi 7.2
AQUINAS ACADEMY Livingston 1.3 mi 7.9
Hillside Elementary School Livingston 1.2 mi 8.7
GARDEN ACADEMY West Orange 1.2 mi 7.1
Mount Pleasant Elementary School West Orange 1.3 mi 9.1
Riker Hill Elementary School Livingston 1.5 mi 8.3
Lester C Noecker Roseland 1.9 mi 8.2
Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center West Orange 2.0 mi 5.8
THE ARC OF ESSEX COUNTY'S STEPPING STONES SCHOOL Roseland 1.9 mi
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER METROWEST ROSS CAMPUS West Orange 2.0 mi
GOLDA OCH ACADEMY West Orange 1.9 mi 7.4
Burnet Hill Elementary School Livingston 1.9 mi 8.4
St. Cloud Elementary School W. Orange 2.2 mi 7.2
Heritage Middle School Livingston 2.1 mi 8.4
Wilson Elementary School West Caldwell 2.8 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$218,416

Median Home Value

$746,100

Median Rent

$2,953/mo

Population

31,128

College Educated

73%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

37.1 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Pleasant Elementary School

What grades does Mount Pleasant Elementary School serve?

Mount Pleasant Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mount Pleasant Elementary School?

Mount Pleasant Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant Elementary 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 Elementary School rank in NJ?

Mount Pleasant Elementary School ranks #524 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Mount Pleasant Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Pleasant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Pleasant Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mount Pleasant Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mount Pleasant Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Pleasant Elementary School?

1.1% of students at Mount Pleasant Elementary 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
1.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.9%

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