Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Windy Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Windy Hill Elementary School serves the southeast part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Windy Hill Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where school feels just like home
School Rankings
Windy Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windy Hill Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2993 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
53%
38%
Black
30%
21%
White
11%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windy Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Windy Hill Elementary School is ranked #2993 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Windy Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Windy Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Estates Elementary School, Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Windy Hill Elementary School?
416 students attend Windy Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Windy Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Windy Hill Elementary School?
Windy Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Windy Hill Elementary School offer ?
Windy Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Windy Hill Elementary School part of?
Windy Hill Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Windy Hill Elementary School located?
Windy Hill Elementary School is located in the Windy Hill neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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