Serving 731 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: DR. EDWARD L. WHIGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the eastern part of its school district in Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most students are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School's student population of 731 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1163 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School is ranked #1163 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mater Academy Bay Elementary School, Gulfstream Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School?
731 students attend Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School?
Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School part of?
Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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