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Whitehead Road Elementary School

555 QUAILWOOD DR ATHENS GA 30606

Top 25% School in Georgia

Ranked 26 of 194 in Georgia

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About Whitehead Road Elementary School

Approximately 667 students attend Whitehead Road Elementary School in Athens, Georgia, where they are served in grades PK - 5. The school has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio; thus, it can provide each student with considerable amounts of personal attention. The school's diverse student population consists of children of color at about 83%, and their demographics allow the school to create and maintain environments and practices that are culturally inclusive. Nearly 62% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, which evidences a commitment to serving every learner's basic educational needs. With approximately 37% of students being proficient in math, and 29% in reading, while statistically reporting to be in the top half statewide for proficiency in mathematics, Whitehead Road can seemingly build upon its base of supportive environments and teachers, making it the top choice as an elementary school in Georgia. The school's 30606 ZIP code provides a median home value of about $271,800.

Whitehead Road Elementary School Contact Information

Address

555 QUAILWOOD DR ATHENS GA 30606

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Phone

(706) 548-7296

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 55%
Reading 55%
State average proficiency is 55% in Math and 55% in Reading.
73
Full-time Teachers
691
Total Students
$54144
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 26 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Whitehead Road Elementary School

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

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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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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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 17.9%
Asian 1.3%
Hispanic 42.3%
Black 34.7%
Two+ Races 3.5%
Native Am. 0.1%
White
17.9%
Asian
1.3%
Hispanic
42.3%
Black
34.7%
Two+ Races
3.5%
Native Am.
0.1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 691
52%
359 Female
48%
332 Male

Student Population

691 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 11.59016 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Whitehead Road Elementary's 4th and 5th graders will be able to participate in a new, district-wide extracurricular activity: the Clarke County School District (CCSD) Elementary School Girls' Volleyball League, which launched in the fall of 2025. This provides a new opportunity for teamwork and athletic development for students.

FAQ

Q1: What is the total enrollment at Whitehead Road Elementary?

Approximately 632 students Pre-Kindergarten - 5th are enrolled at Whitehead Road Elementary.

Q2: What is the student to teacher ratio?

The student to teacher ratio is approximately 10:1, which allows for individualized instruction.

Q3: Does the school have any special programs?

Yes, Whitehead Road Elementary has a Gifted & Talented program.

Q4: What can parents do to help?

Parents can support their child's education by being involved in school and celebrations and by communicating with their teacher.

Q5: What is the schools approach to student achievement?

The school promotes and assists academic achievement with a focus on differentiated instruction.

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

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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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

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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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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