Summary:
Whigham, Georgia is home to a single public school, Whigham Elementary School, a PK-8 campus serving 543 students in the Grady County district, where about 79% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.
Whigham Elementary is a standout performer in mathematics, consistently beating both district and state averages in most grade levels. In 2025-2026, 7th grade math proficiency hit 61.0%—a remarkable 19 points above the state average—while 3rd grade math reached 65.0%, nearly 17 points higher than the state. The school also saw a dramatic 16.9-point jump in 6th grade math proficiency in a single year, rising from 35.6% to 52.5%. Its 8th grade social studies proficiency (40.8%) nearly doubles the district average (20.6%) and matches the state. The school has improved its statewide ranking from the 66th to the 68th percentile over the past two years. However, not all areas shine: 8th grade science proficiency dropped sharply from 40.7% to 28.6%, and 4th grade math (44.3%) falls below both district and state averages. Chronic absenteeism sits at 17.7%, matching the state but exceeding the district's 14.9%.
For parents, this school demonstrates that strong academic results are possible despite economic challenges. With a favorable 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio and per-student spending of $12,241, the school appears to use resources effectively. The main areas to watch are the 8th grade science decline, the 4th grade math dip, and absenteeism. English Language Arts scores from the current year will be released in December, which will provide a fuller picture of student achievement.
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