Serving 708 students in grades 6-8, Mont Pleasant Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mont Pleasant Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mont Pleasant Middle School's student population of 708 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Mont Pleasant Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mont Pleasant Middle School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4307 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)6%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
26%
16%
White
13%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mont Pleasant Middle School's ranking?
Mont Pleasant Middle School is ranked #4307 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mont Pleasant Middle School?
708 students attend Mont Pleasant Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Mont Pleasant Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mont Pleasant Middle School?
Mont Pleasant Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mont Pleasant Middle School offer ?
Mont Pleasant Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mont Pleasant Middle School part of?
Mont Pleasant Middle School is part of Schenectady City School District.
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