Average
#2391 of 3,441 schools in OH
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School
Elementary School · Lancaster City
712 N Broad St, Lancaster, OH 43130
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,391 of 3,441
In Lancaster
#5 of 12
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Lancaster City
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Mt. Pleasant Elementary School
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About Mt. Pleasant Elementary School
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lancaster, OH, part of Lancaster City. Mt.
Pleasant Elementary School serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Pleasant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,391 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Pleasant Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School runs 20.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Mt. Pleasant Elementary 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
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Mt. Pleasant Elementary School — Students at Mt. Pleasant Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 5.6/10.
How Mt. Pleasant Elementary School Compares
See how Mt. Pleasant Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
712 N Broad St, Lancaster, OH 43130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Pleasant Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasantville Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Pleasantville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tarhe Trails Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Berne Union Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Sugar Grove), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,242
Median Home Value
$215,900
Median Rent
$1,031/mo
Population
62,450
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belle Haven Elementary School Dayton, OH | 5.4 |
| Bennett Venture Academy Toledo, OH | 5.4 |
| Cambridge Intermediate School Cambridge, OH | 5.4 |
| Crawford Woods Elementary School Hamilton, OH | 5.4 |
| GESU SCHOOL University Heights, OH | 5.4 |
| Kenton Elementary School Springfield, OH | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Pleasant Elementary School
What grades does Mt. Pleasant Elementary School serve?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mt. Pleasant Elementary School?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Pleasant Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Pleasant Elementary School rank in OH?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School ranks #2,391 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Mt. Pleasant Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Pleasant Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mt. Pleasant Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Pleasant Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Pleasant Elementary School?
67.9% of students at Mt. 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
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Fairfield County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (740) 687-7338
Resources & Links
District
Lancaster City- District Enrollment
- 6,229
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,319
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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