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Mamie Whitesides Elementary School

1565 RIFLE RANGE RD MT. PLEASANT SC 29464

About Mamie Whitesides Elementary School

Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary is among the best-rated Elementary Schools in South Carolina as a result of its performance academically and in the community. It serves nearly 830 students in grades Pre-K - 5 and is in the top 10% of all schools in the State of South Carolina. The proficiency level is approximately 80% in math as well as reading, which consistently exceeds the State's averages. Families appreciate the new facility that was built in 2010, which boasts innovative learning spaces to ensure a safe environment that allows for success in students' learning. It is named after a well-known educator and community member, Mamie P. Whitesides, who served as an educator and principal in the community, representing educational excellence and community pride. With phenomenal teachers, great families, and exceptional academic achievement, Whitesides continues to be a leader in high-quality education among Elementary Schools in South Carolina.

Contact Information

Address

1565 RIFLE RANGE RD MT. PLEASANT SC 29464

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Phone

(843) 849-2838

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 49%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 49% in Math and 49% in Reading.
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Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
828
Total Students
$66102
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 86 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Mamie Whitesides Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 84.3%
Asian 2.5%
Hispanic 4.7%
Black 6.1%
Two+ Races 2.4%
Native Am. 0%
White
84.3%
Asian
2.5%
Hispanic
4.7%
Black
6.1%
Two+ Races
2.4%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 828
51%
422 Female
49%
406 Male

Student Population

828 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

599 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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FAQ

Q1: Does Mamie Whitesides Elementary have buses?

Yes, we have buses for students living in designated areas.

Q2: What will my child be able to do after school at Mamie Whitesides Elementary?

There are after-school activities like music, art, sports and clubs that help operations in the community. This makes it more fun at school!

Q3: Is Mamie Whitesides Elementary a safe school for my child?

Safety is a priority at Mamie Whitesides Elementary. They monitor the doors, supervise the playground, and utilize safety plans in the event of an emergency.

Q4: Are the teachers good at Mamie Whitesides Elementary?

From what I hear, the teachers really care about the students and want them to succeed.

Q5: What are the requirements to register my child for school at Mamie Whitesides Elementary?

Documents required for school registration include proof of residence, immunization records, student birth certificate and the last schools grades if applicable.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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