For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 8,546 students in Windermere, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 2,091 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in Windermere, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Windermere, FL are Windermere Elementary School, Keenes Crossing Elementary School and Bay Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Windermere, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Windermere have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Windermere, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Windermere Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11125 Park Ave
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 876-7520
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 876-7520
Grades: K-5
| 562 students
Rank: #22.
Keenes Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5240 Keenes Pheasant Dr
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 654-1351
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 654-1351
Grades: PK-5
| 1,014 students
Rank: #33.
Bay Lake Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12005 Silverlake Park Dr
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 217-7960
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 217-7960
Grades: K-5
| 682 students
Rank: #44.
Sunset Park Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12050 Overstreet Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-3724
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-3724
Grades: K-5
| 759 students
Rank: #55.
Horizon West Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8200 Tattant Blvd
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-3731
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-3731
Grades: 6-8
| 1,345 students
Rank: #66.
Windermere High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5523 Winter Garden Vineland Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 347-0980
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 347-0980
Grades: 8-12
| 3,156 students
Rank: #77.
Gotha Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9155 Gotha Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 521-2360
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 521-2360
Grades: 6-8
| 1,028 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Windermere, FL?
The top ranked public schools in Windermere, FL include Windermere Elementary School, Keenes Crossing Elementary School and Bay Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Windermere?
7 public schools are located in Windermere.
What percentage of students in Windermere go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in Windermere are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Windermere?
Windermere public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Windermere are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Windermere include: Keenes Crossing Elementary School vs. Windermere Elementary School, Sunset Park Elementary School vs. Keenes Crossing Elementary School, Windermere Elementary School vs. Keenes Crossing Elementary School
Recent Articles
Understanding Self-Contained Classrooms in Public Schools
Learn about the history of public schools incorporating self-contained classrooms, and whether they are right for your child.
Can Naviance Succeed Improve College and Career Readiness?
Learn about a new student assessment system, Naviance Succeed, which provides tools and support to increase student college and career readiness. A number of school districts are using the tool this year in hopes of improving student performance through more accurate assessment process than are currently available.
Do You Need After School Day Care? Public Schools May Be the Solution
Learn about how your child's public school may be the best source of after school and vacation day care.