Mount Pleasant High School is a public high school located in Mount Pleasant, Texas and classified as a 5A school by the UIL. It is part of the Mount Pleasant Independent School District located in central Titus County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,557 students in grades 9-12, Mount Pleasant High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Pleasant High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mount Pleasant High School's student population of 1,557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Hail to thee, our Alma Mater Dear ol’ MPH Here’s our honor, heart and duty Here’s our best to thee Proud are we in classic beauty Of our noble school True to thee we’ll always be Through eternity
School Rankings
Mount Pleasant High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Pleasant High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2727 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
71%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
16%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers/lady Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Pleasant High School's ranking?
Mount Pleasant High School is ranked #2727 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount Pleasant High School?
The graduation rate of Mount Pleasant High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mount Pleasant High School?
1,557 students attend Mount Pleasant High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Mount Pleasant High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Pleasant High School?
Mount Pleasant High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Pleasant High School offer ?
Mount Pleasant High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mount Pleasant High School part of?
Mount Pleasant High School is part of Mount Pleasant Independent School District.
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