Serving 672 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Windward Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Windward Elementary School serves the northeast part of Alpharetta, GA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Windward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Windward Elementary School's student population of 672 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn and Grow, Lead and Show
School Rankings
Lake Windward Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Windward Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#20 out of 2192 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
37%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Navy Blue
School Mascot
Wally Gator
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Windward Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Windward Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lake Windward Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Windward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creek View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lake Windward Elementary School?
672 students attend Lake Windward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Lake Windward Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Windward Elementary School?
Lake Windward Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Windward Elementary School offer ?
Lake Windward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Windward Elementary School part of?
Lake Windward Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
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