The top reported proficiency rate is 61% in English language arts. The lowest is 49% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on E C Brice El
E C Brice Elementary serves kindergarten through fourth grade in Mount Pleasant, a town in Titus County in northeast Texas. The school draws a diverse student body, with a substantial majority identifying as Hispanic, and a very substantial share qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The enrollment is stable across grade levels, with each grade holding roughly the same number of pupils.
In state testing, the school shows uneven results across grades and subjects. Third-grade math proficiency sits at about the midpoint, while fourth-grade math proficiency is much lower. English language arts proficiency is stronger in fourth grade than third grade. A small cohort of students took Spanish-language STAAR assessments in fourth grade, with results below proficiency. Overall, when all results are combined across subjects and grades, the school's proficiency rate places it in the top quartile among the county's three public school districts. However, this combined picture masks substantial variation: the school shows strength in some areas while lagging in others, particularly in fourth-grade math, where achievement drops notably.
The school reports that a substantial share of students are meeting or approaching proficiency benchmarks across all tested subjects. About a quarter of students are achieving at the highest mastery level.
Mount Pleasant ISD faces two major shifts that will shape the school's environment going forward. Texas approved a statewide education savings account program effective in the 2026-27 school year, allowing families to use public funds for private schooling or homeschooling. For a district where a very substantial share of the student body qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, this represents a lasting policy change that may redirect funding and enrollment. Alongside this, the state approved a substantial public school funding increase in 2025, raising the per-pupil allotment that supports teacher salaries, programs, and services. Mount Pleasant ISD also raised its base average teacher salary in recent years, an investment that can affect the school's ability to retain experienced educators.
A parent evaluating E C Brice might want to look into the school's approach to fourth-grade math and how the staff plans to address the sharp drop in proficiency from third to fourth grade. The school serves the elementary years when foundational skills are being built, and understanding what strategies are in place for students who fall behind would help clarify the learning environment. The school's Hispanic student majority and bilingual testing options reflect the community's composition, and a visit would give you a sense of how the school's culture and communication align with your family's needs.
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