For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,795 students in Mount Pleasant, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 82 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Mount Pleasant, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Mount Pleasant, IA are Salem Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Mount Pleasant High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mount Pleasant, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Mount Pleasant have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mount Pleasant, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
412 E. Jackson St.
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 258-7799
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 258-7799
Grades: K-5
| 92 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 S Corkhill
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7765
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7765
Grades: K-5
| 211 students
Rank: #33.
Mount Pleasant High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2104 S. Grand Avenue
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7700
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 521 students
Rank: #44.
Mount Pleasant Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
414 N Adams
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7730
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7730
Grades: 6-8
| 409 students
Rank: #55.
Van Allen Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 E Henry Street
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7771
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7771
Grades: PK-5
| 328 students
Rank: #66.
Harlan Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 N. Main Street
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7762
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7762
Grades: K-5
| 212 students
Rank: #77.
Wisdomquest Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
401 E. Monroe Street
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7709
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7709
Grades: 10-12
| 22 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mount Pleasant, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Mount Pleasant, IA include Salem Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Mount Pleasant High School.
How many public schools are located in Mount Pleasant?
7 public schools are located in Mount Pleasant.
What percentage of students in Mount Pleasant go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Mount Pleasant are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mount Pleasant?
Mount Pleasant public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Mount Pleasant are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mount Pleasant include: Van Allen Elementary School vs. Salem Elementary School, Van Allen Elementary School vs. Mount Pleasant High School
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