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#1453 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 17% in state

Mount Pleasant H S

High School · MOUNT PLEASANT ISD

P O BOX 1117, Mount Pleasant, TX 75456

Enrollment

1,545

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

7.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Mount Pleasant

#7 of 12

public schools

Texas high schools

#321 of 1,699

In district

#5 of 8

MOUNT PLEASANT ISD

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Mount Pleasant H S

Mount Pleasant High School serves 1,545 students in grades 9-12 in Mount Pleasant, Texas, making it a sizable educational institution in this Titus County community. With 122 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.7:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school has earned a MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #2074 out of 8,598 schools statewide, placing it in the 76th percentile among Texas high schools.

This solid performance indicates that Mount Pleasant High School is performing better than approximately three-quarters of schools across the state. As a regular public high school, Mount Pleasant High School provides comprehensive educational services to its student body. The school's substantial enrollment suggests it offers a wide range of courses and extracurricular opportunities typical of larger high schools, giving students diverse options for their academic and personal development.

The school operates as an important educational anchor in this remote town setting, likely serving families from Mount Pleasant and the surrounding rural areas of East Texas. Its position as a significant institution in this tight-knit community means it plays a central role in local student achievement and community life.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+4.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.6Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68%
Reading/ELA Proficiency54%
Overall Proficiency61%
Expected (poverty-adj.)30%
vs. Expected+30.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation15.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,246

Mount Pleasant H S — Students at Mount Pleasant H S score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 67.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
66%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
54%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Mount Pleasant H S Compares

See how Mount Pleasant H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
83th percentile in TX
Academic
9.6/10
9.6/10
Growth
9.8/10
Above average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
122 teachers

Location

P O BOX 1117, Mount Pleasant, TX 75456

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Pleasant H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HARTS BLUFF EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CHAPEL HILL H S (rated 7.3/10, 7.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PITTSBURG H S (rated 7.0/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Pittsburg), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MOUNT PLEASANT DAEP Mount Pleasant 0.0 mi
MOUNT PLEASANT J H Mount Pleasant 0.4 mi 8.3
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Mount Pleasant 1.3 mi 6.1
VIVIAN FOWLER EL Mount Pleasant 1.4 mi 7.5
FRANCES CORPREW EL Mount Pleasant 2.0 mi 8.5
MT PLEASANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Pleasant 2.4 mi
P E WALLACE MIDDLE Mount Pleasant 2.8 mi 8.4
HARTS BLUFF EL Mount Plesant 2.9 mi 8.3
HARTS BLUFF EARLY COLLEGE H S Mount Pleasant 2.9 mi 7.8
E C BRICE EL Mount Pleasant 3.2 mi 8.5
ANNIE SIMS EL Mount Pleasant 3.1 mi 7.6
CHAPEL HILL EL Mount Pleasant 7.6 mi 8.9
CHAPEL HILL H S Mount Pleasant 7.6 mi 7.3
CHAPEL HILL J H Mount Pleasant 7.6 mi 7.0
PITTSBURG PRI Pittsburg 11.7 mi 7.8
PITTSBURG J H Pittsburg 11.9 mi 7.1
PITTSBURG H S Pittsburg 12.1 mi 7.0
PITTSBURG EL Pittsburg 12.8 mi 5.0
PITTSBURG INT Pittsburg 12.8 mi 8.0
MT VERNON MIDDLE Mount Vernon 13.8 mi 7.8

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LAKEVIEW CENTENNIAL H S Garland, TX 7.8
ROWE H S Mc Allen, TX 7.8
FRIENDSWOOD H S Friendswood, TX 7.7
JAY H S San Antonio, TX 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Pleasant H S

What grades does Mount Pleasant H S serve?

Mount Pleasant H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mount Pleasant H S?

Mount Pleasant H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,545 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant H S is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Pleasant H S rank in TX?

Mount Pleasant H S is ranked #1453 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Mount Pleasant H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Pleasant H S has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mount Pleasant H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mount Pleasant H S has 67.0% math proficiency and 46.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Mount Pleasant H S a charter school?

No, Mount Pleasant H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mount Pleasant H S a Title I school?

No, Mount Pleasant H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Pleasant H S?

80.0% of students at Mount Pleasant H S 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,089/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mount Pleasant). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,545
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
122
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Titus County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

MOUNT PLEASANT ISD
District Enrollment
5,152
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,456
District Rank
#5 of 8

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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