Serving 559 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mt. Pleasant School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: MT Pleasant School serves the southeastern part of Mount Pleasant, UT, covering an area of approximately 20.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and an average distance of 4.3 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 4.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt. Pleasant School's student population of 559 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
559 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mt. Pleasant School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Pleasant School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#389 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
82%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Pleasant School's ranking?
Mt. Pleasant School is ranked #389 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Mt. Pleasant School?
559 students attend Mt. Pleasant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mt. Pleasant School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Pleasant School?
Mt. Pleasant School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Pleasant School offer ?
Mt. Pleasant School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Mt. Pleasant School part of?
Mt. Pleasant School is part of North Sanpete School District.
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