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#836 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 34% in state

Mount Pleasant Middle School

Middle School · Livingston Board of Education School District

11 BROADLAWN DR, Livingston, NJ 07039

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

7.1

Grades

6th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#836 of 2,466

In Livingston

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

Livingston Board of Education School District

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Mount Pleasant Middle School

7.1/10

Middle School in Livingston · grades 6th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mount Pleasant Middle School

Mount Pleasant Middle School is a public middle school in Livingston, NJ, part of Livingston Board of Education School District. Mount Pleasant Middle School serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades 6th-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Pleasant Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #836 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Pleasant Middle School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+40.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.8 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,041
Chronic Absenteeism1.6%

Mount Pleasant Middle School — Students at Mount Pleasant Middle School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

2.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 77.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 81.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 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
89%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
85%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
68%
ELA
78%
2024
Math
77.6%
ELA
87.8%
2025
Math
77.3%
ELA
83.4%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Mount Pleasant Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
3%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
1.6%

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 Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Heritage Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby West Orange), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Pleasant Elementary School Livingston 0.1 mi 7.7
JUMP EMMERSION SCHOOL Livingston 0.4 mi
Harrison Elementary School Livingston 0.7 mi 6.9
Liberty Middle School West Orange 1.0 mi 8.3
Collins Elementary School Livingston 1.4 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
Lester C Noecker Roseland 1.9 mi 8.2
Riker Hill Elementary School Livingston 1.5 mi 8.3
THE ARC OF ESSEX COUNTY'S STEPPING STONES SCHOOL Roseland 1.9 mi
Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center West Orange 2.0 mi 5.8
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER METROWEST ROSS CAMPUS West Orange 2.1 mi
GOLDA OCH ACADEMY West Orange 2.0 mi 7.4
Burnet Hill Elementary School Livingston 2.0 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 Middle School

What grades does Mount Pleasant Middle School serve?

Mount Pleasant Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 6th.

How many students attend Mount Pleasant Middle School?

Mount Pleasant Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant Middle School is 12.8:1. 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 NJ?

Mount Pleasant Middle School ranks #836 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Mount Pleasant Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Pleasant Middle 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Pleasant Middle School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% 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?

2.7% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 6th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
2.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
1.6%

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