Serving 69 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mount Pleasant School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount Pleasant Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Washougal school district, covering approximately 7.7 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 5-10 minutes from various points within the zone, which extends up to 2.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Pleasant School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Pleasant School's student population of 69 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
It is the mission of Mt. Pleasant School District to provide learning experiences which will not only assist students in developing basic skill, competencies, and attitudes, but challenge them to succeed.
School Rankings
Mount Pleasant School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Pleasant School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
34.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Pleasant School's ranking?
Mount Pleasant School is ranked #315 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mount Pleasant School?
69 students attend Mount Pleasant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Mount Pleasant School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Pleasant School?
Mount Pleasant School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mount Pleasant School offer ?
Mount Pleasant School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Pleasant School part of?
Mount Pleasant School is part of Mount Pleasant School District.
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