Serving 172 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mt. Pleasant Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt. Pleasant Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in San Jose, CA, encompassing approximately 6.1 square miles. Families in the area typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.3 miles and the furthest edge located 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School's student population of 172 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
172 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We foster a connected community of belonging and equity through innovative learning, meaningful engagement, and a commitment to every student’s success.
School Rankings
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7265 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Pleasant Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is ranked #7265 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mt. Pleasant Elementary School?
172 students attend Mt. Pleasant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mt. Pleasant Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Pleasant Elementary School?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Pleasant Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mt. Pleasant Elementary School part of?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is part of Mount Pleasant Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt. Pleasant Elementary School located?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is located in the Park Pleasant and Mount Pleasant neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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