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#3072 of 4,742 schools in NY
Mount Pleasant Elementary School
Elementary School · SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
33 PLAISTED AVE, Smithtown, NY 11787
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,072 of 4,742
In Smithtown
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#11 of 12
SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Mount Pleasant Elementary School
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About Mount Pleasant Elementary School
Mount Pleasant Elementary School is a public elementary school in Smithtown, NY, part of SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mount Pleasant Elementary School serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Pleasant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,072 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Pleasant Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Mount Pleasant Elementary School — Students at Mount Pleasant Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.4/10.
How Mount Pleasant Elementary School Compares
See how Mount Pleasant Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
33 PLAISTED AVE, Smithtown, NY 11787
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Pleasant Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRETTON WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Hauppauge), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOREST BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hauppauge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TACKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Nesconset), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Smithtown, see our Smithtown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11787 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,505
Median Home Value
$642,200
Median Rent
$2,349/mo
Population
34,656
College Educated
50.5%
Homeownership
86.4%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
46.9
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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 506 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant Elementary School is 13.3:1. 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 NY?
Mount Pleasant Elementary School ranks #3,072 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Mount Pleasant Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Pleasant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
14.2% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 506
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (631) 382-4355
Resources & Links
District
SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,705
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,507
- District Rank
- #11 of 12
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