Mt. Pleasant High

mtpleasant.esuhsd.org/

1,209 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Mt. Pleasant High School, located on South White Road in the East San Jose area, is a prominent fixture within the East Side Union High School District. The school serves a diverse student population and is well-regarded for its long-standing presence in the community. It offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and vocational pathways, supported by a variety of extracurricular activities, including robust athletic programs and student-led clubs that encourage campus involvement and school spirit.

Beyond its academic offerings, Mt. Pleasant High places a significant emphasis on fostering a supportive and inclusive campus culture. The school is known for its iconic "Cardinal" mascot and its commitment to student growth through mentorship and community engagement. By providing resources such as college counseling, tutoring services, and specialized career technical education (CTE) pathways, the school strives to equip its students with the skills necessary to succeed in a competitive global landscape while maintaining deep roots in the local San Jose neighborhood.

1,209

Total Students

57.7

Full-Time Teachers

20.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

51.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Mt. Pleasant High
Demographic	Student Count
White	35
Hispanic	904
Black	29
Asian	213
Two or More	13
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	10

Hispanic
904 (74.8 %)
Asian
213 (17.6 %)
White
35 (2.9 %)
Black
29 (2.4 %)
Two or More
13 (1.1 %)
Pacific Islander
10 (0.8 %)
American Indian
5 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	East Side Union High
Phone:	(408)937-2800
Website:	http://mtpleasant.esuhsd.org/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,209
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	57.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	566
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	58

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 286

Grade 10 305

Grade 11 321

Grade 12 297