Very Good
#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
Enrollment
1,545
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
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
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Mount Pleasant H S — Students at Mount Pleasant H S score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Mount Pleasant H S Compares
See how Mount Pleasant H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 66% (2019) to 68% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 39% (2019) to 54% (2021).
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
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
- Phone
- (903) 575-2020
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MOUNT PLEASANT ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,152
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,456
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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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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