Excellent
#724 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 9% in state
Mount Pleasant J H
Middle School · MOUNT PLEASANT ISD
P O BOX 1117, Mount Pleasant, TX 75456
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mount Pleasant
#5 of 12
public schools
Texas middle schools
#143 of 1,693
In district
#4 of 8
MOUNT PLEASANT ISD
School environment
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Mount Pleasant J H
Mount Pleasant J H is a public middle school in Mount Pleasant, TX, part of the MOUNT PLEASANT ISD. The school serves approximately 695 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 91.5th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 48% proficiency in math and 43% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.1/10). The school is situated in a remote town setting.
Score Breakdown
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Mount Pleasant J H — Students at Mount Pleasant J H score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.7%
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
↓ 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: 7.8/10.
How Mount Pleasant J H Compares
See how Mount Pleasant J H performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 55% (2019) to 40% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 41% (2019) to 45% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 1117, Mount Pleasant, TX 75456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Pleasant J H may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. P E WALLACE MIDDLE (rated 8.4/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PITTSBURG INT (rated 8.0/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Pittsburg), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MT VERNON MIDDLE (rated 7.8/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNT PLEASANT H S Mount Pleasant | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| MOUNT PLEASANT DAEP Mount Pleasant | 0.4 mi | — |
| CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Mount Pleasant | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| VIVIAN FOWLER EL Mount Pleasant | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| FRANCES CORPREW EL Mount Pleasant | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| MT PLEASANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 2.7 mi | — |
| HARTS BLUFF EL Mount Plesant | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| HARTS BLUFF EARLY COLLEGE H S Mount Pleasant | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| P E WALLACE MIDDLE Mount Pleasant | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| E C BRICE EL Mount Pleasant | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| ANNIE SIMS EL Mount Pleasant | 3.4 mi | 7.6 |
| CHAPEL HILL EL Mount Pleasant | 7.9 mi | 8.9 |
| CHAPEL HILL H S Mount Pleasant | 7.9 mi | 7.3 |
| CHAPEL HILL J H Mount Pleasant | 7.9 mi | 7.0 |
| PITTSBURG PRI Pittsburg | 12.1 mi | 7.8 |
| PITTSBURG J H Pittsburg | 12.2 mi | 7.1 |
| PITTSBURG H S Pittsburg | 12.5 mi | 7.0 |
| PITTSBURG EL Pittsburg | 13.2 mi | 5.0 |
| PITTSBURG INT Pittsburg | 13.2 mi | 8.0 |
| MT VERNON MIDDLE Mount Vernon | 13.6 mi | 7.8 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Nederland, TX | 8.3 |
| EL CAMPO MIDDLE El Campo, TX | 8.3 |
| HALLSVILLE INT Hallsville, TX | 8.3 |
| HALLSVILLE J H Hallsville, TX | 8.3 |
| STEM ACADEMY AT HEDRICK MIDDLE Lewisville, TX | 8.3 |
| TRAVIS SCIENCE ACADEMY Temple, TX | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Pleasant J H
What grades does Mount Pleasant J H serve?
Mount Pleasant J H serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Pleasant J H?
Mount Pleasant J H has an enrollment of approximately 695 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant J H?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant J H is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Pleasant J H rank in TX?
Mount Pleasant J H is ranked #724 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Mount Pleasant J H's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Pleasant J H has a composite rating of 8.3 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 J H?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mount Pleasant J H has 47.5% math proficiency and 43.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Mount Pleasant J H a charter school?
No, Mount Pleasant J H is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Pleasant J H a Title I school?
No, Mount Pleasant J H is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Pleasant J H?
80.7% of students at Mount Pleasant J H 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 695
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Titus County
- Phone
- (903) 575-2110
- 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
- #4 of 8
Other Schools in This District
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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