Mount Pleasant Elementary School

Mount Pleasant Elementary School serves 355 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in West Orange, New Jersey. With 32 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. Academically, Mount Pleasant Elementary demonstrates strong performance, earning a 7.4 out of 10 rating and ranking #378 out of 2,475 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 85th percentile.

The school shows particular strength in English Language Arts, with 67% of students performing at proficient or above levels across grades. Math performance reaches 57% proficiency, indicating solid foundational skills with opportunities for continued growth. The school draws families from a well-educated community where 53% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding neighborhood reflects stability and investment in education, with a median household income of $127,931 and median home values around $472,300. The low poverty rate of 6.6% suggests most students come from economically stable backgrounds. Mount Pleasant Elementary is situated in West Orange's large suburban setting, providing students with access to both residential tranquility and the educational and cultural resources of the greater Essex County area.