School Overview
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.
234
Total Students
14.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Mount Pleasant Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White204
Hispanic13
Two or More17
  • White
    204 (87.2 %)
  • Two or More
    17 (7.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    13 (5.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Wilkes County Schools
Phone: (336)651-7600
Website: http://mpes.wilkescountyschools.org/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 234
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 14.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 234
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 18
Kindergarten 37
Grade 1 37
Grade 2 40
Grade 3 35
Grade 4 31
Grade 5 36

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Mount Pleasant Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten18
Kindergarten37
Grade 137
Grade 240
Grade 335
Grade 431
Grade 536
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Mount Pleasant Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13758.5%
Male9741.5%