Serving 626 students in grades 1-6, Winding Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winding Ridge Elementary School serves the southeast part of its school district in Indianapolis, IN, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winding Ridge Elementary School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winding Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winding Ridge Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1602 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
80%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winding Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Winding Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1602 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Winding Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Winding Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amy Beverland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Winding Ridge Elementary School?
626 students attend Winding Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Winding Ridge Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winding Ridge Elementary School?
Winding Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Winding Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Winding Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winding Ridge Elementary School part of?
Winding Ridge Elementary School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Winding Ridge Elementary School located?
Winding Ridge Elementary School is located in the Far Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 14 other public schools located in Far Eastside.
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