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Whit Davis Road Elementary School

1450 WHIT DAVIS RD ATHENS GA 30605

About Whit Davis Road Elementary School

Whit Davis Road Elementary School is located at 1450 Whit Davis Road in Athens, Georgia, with approximately 402 Pre-school-5th grade learners. The school has a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Whit Davis Road Elementary School serves learners who are historically underrepresented in schools and is located in an area of Athens with an active school community. The school serves students who are racially/ethnically, economically, and socially disadvantaged. Demographically, 43% Black students, 24% White students, 22% Hispanic, and 11% Two or more races. There are approximately 62% of students who are also on free or reduced-price lunch, and the school publicizes its support of all learners, making it one of the top choice as an elementary school in Georgia. With regard to academics, approximately 27% of students are proficient in mathematics, and 22% are proficient in reading, which is below the state average but reflects the possibility for growth. The homes in the 30605, where Whit Davis Road Elementary School is located, are approximately $335,000.

Whit Davis Road Elementary School Contact Information

Address

1450 WHIT DAVIS RD ATHENS GA 30605

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Phone

(706) 369-1036

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 47%
Reading 47%
State average proficiency is 47% in Math and 47% in Reading.
44
Full-time Teachers
439
Total Students
$54144
Avg. Teacher Salary
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Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40AM - 2:40PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 26.9%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 15%
Black 48.3%
Two+ Races 9.3%
Native Am. 0%
White
26.9%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
15%
Black
48.3%
Two+ Races
9.3%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 439
43.3%
190 Female
56.7%
249 Male

Student Population

439 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 10.1 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Like other schools in the district, Whit Davis Elementary students will be able to participate in the newly announced Clarke County School District (CCSD) Elementary School Girls' Volleyball League, which launched in the fall of 2025. This provides 4th and 5th-grade students with a new extracurricular option focused on teamwork and athletic development.

FAQ

1. Which grades are served at Whit Davis Road Elementary?

Ans: The school is for Pre-K through 5th grade

2. What is the student-teacher ratio?

Ans: The approximate ratio is 10-1, with the teachers and administrators keeping classes small.

3. What is the diversity of the student body?

Ans: The diversity of the students reflects the diversity in the community.

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4. What is the academic status of the school?

Ans: For the 2024-2025 school year, around 27% of students were proficient in math, lacking 22% in reading.

5. What awards has the school won?

Ans: Whit Davis Road Elementary School, was recognized by the Georgia Department of Education for significant progress in the last year in student achievement.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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