DR. EDWARD L. WHIGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DR. EDWARD L. WHIGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in CUTLER BAY, FL with about 758 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 47 teachers, DR. EDWARD L. WHIGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

DR. EDWARD L. WHIGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Cutler Bay, Florida, is a public school serving students as part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of Dr. Edward L. Whigham, a former Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, and operates under the mission of fostering an environment that promotes academic excellence and personal growth. The school is known for its commitment to providing a balanced curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while encouraging student engagement through various extracurricular activities and school programs.

As a member of the local community, Whigham Elementary prioritizes the partnership between educators, families, and students to ensure a supportive learning atmosphere. The campus utilizes its website and district resources to keep the community informed about academic progress, school events, and administrative policies. With a focus on preparing students for middle school transitions and beyond, the school emphasizes character development, digital literacy, and foundational academic skills, aiming to help every child reach their full potential within the diverse educational landscape of South Florida.

For more information, contact DR. EDWARD L. WHIGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (305) 234-4840 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.