Excellent
#67 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 6% in state
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary
Elementary School · Charleston 01
1565 Rifle Range Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#67 of 1,176
In Mt. Pleasant
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#10 of 79
Charleston 01
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary
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About Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary is a public elementary school in Mt. Pleasant, SC, part of Charleston 01.
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary serves approximately 828 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mamie P.
Whitesides Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 1,176 schools in SC. Structured state assessment records for Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- SC avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary — Students at Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary Compares
See how Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1565 Rifle Range Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sullivan's Island Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Sullivan'S Island), with a very similar rating. Another option is East Cooper Montessori Charter (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mt. Pleasant Academy (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Mount Pleasant), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mt. Pleasant, see our Mt. Pleasant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lucy Garrett Beckham High Mt. Pleasant | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| James B. Edwards Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| East Cooper Montessori Charter Mt. Pleasant | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| TRIDENT ACADEMY Mount Pleasant | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CHRIST OUR KING-STELLA MANS SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF THE LOWCOUNTRY Mount Pleasant | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Mt. Pleasant Academy Mount Pleasant | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Moultrie Middle Mount Pleasant | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Belle Hall Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| O'QUINN SCHOOLS OF PORTER-GAUD - MOUNT PLEASANT Mount Pleasant | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PALMETTO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Pleasant | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| ST ANDREW'S DAY SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 2.8 mi | — |
| MT PLEASANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH LEARNING CENTER Mount Pleasant | 3.0 mi | — |
| Sullivan's Island Elementary Sullivan'S Island | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| SUNDROPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Laing Middle Mount Pleasant | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Jennie Moore Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 3.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Charles Pinckney Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 5.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Laurel Hill Primary Mt. Pleasant | 5.4 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,215
Median Home Value
$672,400
Median Rent
$1,973/mo
Population
51,758
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary Charleston, SC | 8.4 |
| Augusta Circle Elementary Greenville, SC | 8.4 |
| Carolina Park Elementary Mt. Pleasant, SC | 8.4 |
| Cherokee Charter Academy Gaffney, SC | 8.4 |
| Meadow Glen Elementary Lexington, SC | 8.4 |
| Orchard Park Elementary Fort Mill, SC | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary
What grades does Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary serve?
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary?
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 828 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary rank in SC?
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary ranks #67 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary a charter school?
No, Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary?
20.3% of students at Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 828
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Charleston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.1%
- Phone
- (843) 849-2838
Resources & Links
District
Charleston 01- District Enrollment
- 50,400
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,635
- District Rank
- #10 of 79
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