MOUNT PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mount Pleasant Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wilkes County Schools school district, located in Ferguson, NC with about 224 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, Mount Pleasant Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mount Pleasant Elementary School, located in the rural community of Ferguson, North Carolina, serves as a central hub for students within the Wilkes County School District. As a small, community-focused institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes foundational academic growth. Its location in the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains helps shape a close-knit school culture where faculty, staff, and families work collaboratively to support the educational and social development of their students.

The school’s curriculum emphasizes core academic standards while encouraging the personal development of its student body through various extracurricular and enrichment opportunities. By leveraging its position within the Wilkes County system, Mount Pleasant Elementary focuses on preparing students for successful transitions into middle school, placing a strong emphasis on literacy, numeracy, and character education. For families, the school serves as a cornerstone of the Ferguson area, maintaining transparent communication and active community involvement to ensure a nurturing atmosphere for its young learners.

For more information, contact Mount Pleasant Elementary at (336) 651-7600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.