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Mt. Pleasant Elementary School

14275 Candler Dr.
San Jose, CA 95127
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 205 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mt. Pleasant Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 205 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in CA
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mt. Pleasant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

Mt. Pleasant Elementary School's student population of 205 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We foster a connected community of belonging and equity through innovative learning, meaningful engagement, and a commitment to every student’s success.

School Rankings

Mt. Pleasant Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#7265 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-24%
34%
20-24%
47%
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mt. Pleasant Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is ranked #7265 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mt. Pleasant Elementary School?
205 students attend Mt. Pleasant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mt. Pleasant Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Pleasant Elementary School?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Pleasant Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mt. Pleasant Elementary School part of?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is part of Mount Pleasant Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt. Pleasant Elementary School located?
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School is located in the Park Pleasant and Mount Pleasant neighborhood of San Jose, CA.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 205 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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