Serving 1,542 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Winding Waters K-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winding Waters K-8's student population of 1,542 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winding Waters K-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winding Waters K-8 is 0.45, 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
#1750 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
36%
Black
3%
21%
White
72%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winding Waters K-8's ranking?
Winding Waters K-8 is ranked #1750 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Winding Waters K-8?
1,542 students attend Winding Waters K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Winding Waters K-8 students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winding Waters K-8?
Winding Waters K-8 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Winding Waters K-8 offer ?
Winding Waters K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Winding Waters K-8 part of?
Winding Waters K-8 is part of Hernando School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Memorial Day - Schools closed
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Last day of school for students
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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