MT. PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mt. Pleasant Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mount Pleasant Elementary school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 360 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 14 teachers, Mt. Pleasant Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mt. Pleasant Elementary School, located on Candler Drive in San Jose, is a public school serving students in the Mt. Pleasant Elementary School District. Situated in a residential area of East San Jose, the school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive community environment. It generally serves a diverse student population and places a strong emphasis on foundational academic skills, social-emotional learning, and preparing students for the transition to middle school.

Like many schools in the district, Mt. Pleasant Elementary integrates modern educational standards with a focus on inclusive practices. The school utilizes various programs to enhance literacy and mathematics instruction, while also offering extracurricular activities and school-wide events that encourage parental involvement. By maintaining a focus on both high academic expectations and a welcoming campus culture, the school aims to provide a stable, enrichment-focused learning environment for families within the local community.

For more information, contact Mt. Pleasant Elementary at (408) 258-6451 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.