Serving 767 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 80% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). 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 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 80% (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 767 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
767 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#72 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
5%
31%
White
85%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School's ranking?
Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 1,118 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?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% 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?
767 students attend Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% 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 16:1, 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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