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Mt Pleasant High School

High School · Maury County

600 North Greenwood AVE, Mt. Pleasant, TN 38474

Enrollment

390

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#891 of 1,786

In Mt. Pleasant

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#13 of 23

Maury County

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Mt Pleasant High School

6.5/10

High School in Mt. Pleasant · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

J E Woody Elementary

8.0/10

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About Mt Pleasant High School

Mt Pleasant High School is a public high school in Mt. Pleasant, TN, part of Maury County. Mt Pleasant High School serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Mt Pleasant High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #891 of 1,786 schools in TN. Structured state assessment records for Mt Pleasant High School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Mt Pleasant High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,129
Chronic Absenteeism37.4%

Mt Pleasant High School — Students at Mt Pleasant High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
23.4%
ELA
36.4%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Mt Pleasant High School Compares

See how Mt Pleasant High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
50th percentile in TN
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Sports
13
6 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.4%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics13sports offered
6 boys'·7 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

600 North Greenwood AVE, Mt. Pleasant, TN 38474

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt Pleasant High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Summertown High School (rated 6.0/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Summertown), with a comparable rating. Another option is Virtual Academy of Maury County (rated 4.4/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Columbia), a more accessible option. Additionally, Columbia Central High School (rated 2.9/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Columbia), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mt. Pleasant, see our Mt. Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.0 mi
School Distance Rating
J E Woody Elementary Mt. Pleasant 0.2 mi 8.0
Mt. Pleasant Middle Visual Perform. Arts Mt. Pleasant 0.4 mi 5.8
ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia 5.1 mi 4.9
Hampshire Unit School Hampshire 5.8 mi 7.6
J E Woodard Elementary Columbia 6.8 mi 7.3
WHITE STONE ACADEMY Columbia 7.9 mi 4.6
THE FARM SCHOOL Summertown 8.1 mi 6.3
Whitthorne Middle School Columbia 8.7 mi 3.7
Columbia Central High School Columbia 8.8 mi 2.9
Summertown High School Summertown 9.5 mi 6.0
J. R. Baker Elementary Columbia 8.9 mi 8.2
HOPEWELL CHRISTIAN COVENANT FAMILY SCHOOL Culleoka 8.8 mi 7.2
Summertown Elementary Summertown 9.8 mi 7.4
COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia 9.8 mi 4.2
J. Brown Elementary Columbia 9.6 mi 7.1
THE KINGS DAUGHTERS SCHOOL-CFA CAMPUS Columbia 10.1 mi
Highland Park Elementary Columbia 10.2 mi 7.2
THE KINGS DAUGHTERS SCHOOL Columbia 10.6 mi 6.0
Northfield Academy Columbia 11.0 mi 2.6
Virtual Academy of Maury County Columbia 11.0 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38474 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,711

Median Home Value

$228,200

Median Rent

$793/mo

Population

9,336

College Educated

12.3%

Homeownership

74.7%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt Pleasant High School

What grades does Mt Pleasant High School serve?

Mt Pleasant High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mt Pleasant High School?

Mt Pleasant High School has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Pleasant High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt Pleasant High School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mt Pleasant High School rank in TN?

Mt Pleasant High School ranks #891 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Mt Pleasant High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt Pleasant High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt Pleasant High School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mt Pleasant High School a charter school?

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

Is Mt Pleasant High School a Title I school?

No, Mt Pleasant High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Maury County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.4%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Maury County
District Enrollment
13,084
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,129
District Rank
#13 of 23

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