Excellent
#70 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
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mt. Pleasant
#3 of 10
public schools
South Carolina elementary schools
#44 of 680
In district
#10 of 79
Charleston 01
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary serves 828 students in grades PK through 5 in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina.
The school earns a composite score of 8.9/10 — rated Excellent — with an academic score of 9.1/10 and a student growth score of 9.2/10. Those numbers place Whitesides in rare company: it outperforms 99% of public schools across South Carolina and ranks #16 among 1,176 statewide. For an elementary school serving a full neighborhood population, that standing is exceptional.
Within Mt. Pleasant, Whitesides holds the #2 spot among 10 public schools. Among elementary schools statewide, it ranks #11 out of 680 — reflecting consistent, high-level results across both test performance and year-over-year student growth.
High growth scores, in particular, signal that students are advancing faster than predicted, not just arriving with advantages. The school's 17.2-to-1 student-teacher ratio keeps class sizes manageable for a campus of this enrollment. Whitesides is a regular public school — no selective admissions, no magnet designation — which makes these rankings all the more striking.
For families weighing elementary options in the Mt. Pleasant area, Whitesides offers one of the strongest documented performance records in the state.
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 6 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary Compares
See how Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 75% (2019) to 83% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 72% (2019) to 79% (2022).
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, James B. Edwards Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), 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 | 8.5 |
| James B. Edwards Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| 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 | 7.9 |
| Moultrie Middle Mount Pleasant | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Belle Hall Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| 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 | 7.0 |
| Laing Middle Mount Pleasant | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Jennie Moore Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Charles Pinckney Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 5.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Laurel Hill Primary Mt. Pleasant | 5.4 mi | 7.2 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary has a median household income of $107,215. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $672,400, with a median rent of $1,973/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| James B. Edwards Elementary Mt. Pleasant, SC | 8.3 |
| L. B. Nelson Elementary Columbia, SC | 8.3 |
| E. P. Todd School Spartanburg, SC | 8.2 |
| GREEN Charter School Greenville, SC | 8.2 |
| Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Greenwood, SC | 8.5 |
| Heritage Elementary Travelers Rest, SC | 8.5 |
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 is ranked #70 out of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary has 79.0% math proficiency and 76.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (843) 849-2838
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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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