Serving 695 students in grades 7-8, Mount Pleasant J High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Pleasant J High School's student population of 695 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Pleasant J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Pleasant J High School is 0.45, 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
#4240 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Pleasant J High School's ranking?
Mount Pleasant J High School is ranked #4240 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mount Pleasant J High School often compared to?
Mount Pleasant J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harts Bluff Elementary School, Chapel Hill J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mount Pleasant J High School?
695 students attend Mount Pleasant J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mount Pleasant J High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Pleasant J High School?
Mount Pleasant J 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 J High School offer ?
Mount Pleasant J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Mount Pleasant J High School part of?
Mount Pleasant J High School is part of Mount Pleasant Independent School District.
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