Serving 828 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School's student population of 828 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
828 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
6%
31%
White
82%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School's ranking?
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School often compared to?
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James B. Edwards Elementary School, Mt. Pleasant Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School?
828 students attend Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School?
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School offer ?
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School part of?
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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