Serving 679 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mount Pleasant Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount Pleasant Elementary serves the northeast part of Mount Pleasant, NC, covering an area of approximately 86.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of up to 9.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Pleasant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Pleasant Elementary School's student population of 679 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Pleasant Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Pleasant Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#494 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)72%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
84%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Pleasant Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Pleasant Elementary School is ranked #494 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mount Pleasant Elementary School?
679 students attend Mount Pleasant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mount Pleasant Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Pleasant Elementary School?
Mount Pleasant Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mount Pleasant Elementary School offer ?
Mount Pleasant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Pleasant Elementary School part of?
Mount Pleasant Elementary School is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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