For the 2026 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 90%).
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 66% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-5 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 S Corkhill
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7765
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7765
Gr: K-5 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Mount Pleasant High School
(Math: 65% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Harlan Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 N. Main Street
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7762
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7762
Gr: K-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Van Allen Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Mount Pleasant Middle School
(Math: 61% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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
Gr: 10-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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 90%).
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: Salem Elementary School vs. Van Allen Elementary School, Van Allen Elementary School vs. Salem Elementary School, Salem Elementary School vs. Lincoln Elementary School
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