Serving 1,066 students in grades 9-12, Mt Pleasant Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,066 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt. Pleasant Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mount Pleasant, MI, covering an area of approximately 133.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Pleasant Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mt Pleasant Senior High School's student population of 1,066 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,066 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Mt Pleasant Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Pleasant Senior High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#888 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
79%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Ollie The Oiler
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Pleasant Senior High School's ranking?
Mt Pleasant Senior High School is ranked #888 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mt Pleasant Senior High School often compared to?
Mt Pleasant Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shepherd High School, Beal City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mt Pleasant Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Mt Pleasant Senior High School is 79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Mt Pleasant Senior High School?
1,066 students attend Mt Pleasant Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mt Pleasant Senior High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Pleasant Senior High School?
Mt Pleasant Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mt Pleasant Senior High School offer ?
Mt Pleasant Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mt Pleasant Senior High School part of?
Mt Pleasant Senior High School is part of MT. Pleasant City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
With an advanced faculty and state of the art facilities, Mt. Pleasant Public Schools have produced a legion of globally accomplished alumni in all fields. Sciences, literature, the arts, athletics, and technological success make Mt. Pleasant Public an exception in today's academic climate. Highly regarded, the system still seems underrated.
2 10/10/2025
Exceptional facilities, curriculum and faculty. The Graduate Who''s Who speaks for itself.
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