Serving 840 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Winding Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winding Creek Elementary serves the northern part of Stafford, VA, covering an area of approximately 13.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winding Creek Elementary School's student population of 840 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
840 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winding Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winding Creek Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#536 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winding Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Winding Creek Elementary School is ranked #536 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Winding Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Winding Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Margaret Brent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Winding Creek Elementary School?
840 students attend Winding Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Winding Creek Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winding Creek Elementary School?
Winding Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winding Creek Elementary School offer ?
Winding Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winding Creek Elementary School part of?
Winding Creek Elementary School is part of Stafford County School District.
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