For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,860 students in Mount Pleasant, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 82 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Mount Pleasant, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Mount Pleasant, IA are Salem Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Mount Pleasant Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mount Pleasant, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 68% statewide average). Schools in Mount Pleasant have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mount Pleasant, IA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
412 E. Jackson St.
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 258-7799
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 258-7799
Grades: PK-5
| 92 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 S Corkhill
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7765
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7765
Grades: K-5
| 231 students
Rank: #33.
Mount Pleasant Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
414 N Adams
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7730
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7730
Grades: 6-8
| 424 students
Rank: #44.
Mount Pleasant High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2104 S. Grand Avenue
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7700
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 549 students
Rank: #55.
Harlan Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 N. Main Street
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7762
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7762
Grades: K-5
| 215 students
Rank: #66.
Van Allen Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 E Henry Street
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7771
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7771
Grades: PK-5
| 326 students
Rank: #77.
Wisdomquest Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 E. Monroe Street
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7709
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-7709
Grades: 10-12
| 23 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mount Pleasant, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Mount Pleasant, IA include Salem Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Mount Pleasant Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Mount Pleasant, IA?
7 public schools are located in Mount Pleasant, IA.
What percentage of students in Mount Pleasant, IA go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Mount Pleasant, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mount Pleasant, IA?
Mount Pleasant, IA public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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