Overview

Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School is a public school in Cutler Bay, FL, offering a Gifted & Talented program and Cambridge International curriculum. It is one of 346 elementary schools in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
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School Rating

Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Florida with the same grade levels.
5/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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3.5
32 Reviews
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Neighborhood

21545 Southwest 87th Avenue
Cutler Bay, FL 33189
School leader: Mrs Kathryn Guerra
(305) 234-4840
(305) 234-4837
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