Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Windermere Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windermere Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Windermere Elementary School's student population of 532 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Windermere Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windermere Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 3181 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
86%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windermere Elementary School's ranking?
Windermere Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Windermere Elementary School?
532 students attend Windermere Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Windermere Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Windermere Elementary School?
Windermere Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Windermere Elementary School offer ?
Windermere Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Windermere Elementary School part of?
Windermere Elementary School is part of Upper Arlington City School District.
In what neighborhood is Windermere Elementary School located?
Windermere Elementary School is located in the Windermere neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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