Whispering Winds Charter School serves 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Whispering Winds Charter School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whispering Winds Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Whispering Winds Charter School's student population of 131 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whispering Winds Charter School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Whispering Winds Charter School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1753 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
36%
Black
3%
21%
White
78%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whispering Winds Charter School's ranking?
Whispering Winds Charter School is ranked #1753 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Whispering Winds Charter School often compared to?
Whispering Winds Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chiefland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Whispering Winds Charter School?
131 students attend Whispering Winds Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Whispering Winds Charter School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whispering Winds Charter School?
Whispering Winds Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Whispering Winds Charter School offer ?
Whispering Winds Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Whispering Winds Charter School part of?
Whispering Winds Charter School is part of Levy School District.
School Reviews
5 7/8/2020
This is a great school. Everyone is so nice and the teachers truly care about the growth of your child. So thankful for the hard work they do. My boys love it there.
5 9/1/2008
I have three children attending WWCS, all in different classes. This school is fantasic. My children are always looking forward to going to class each day. Which as a parent helps so much. Being able to send my children to a school that I wish I had as a child growing up, We would highly recommend this school. I hope that the state has reconized the dedication the Staff and Principal have for this outstanding enviroment, in which children are surrounded by positive reinforcement in there daily school elements. I recommend this school. The staff care about our children and make learning enjoyable at the same time. Thank you for this charter school, its the best option.
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