Serving 1,136 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Windy Ridge K-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Windy Ridge K-8 serves the west part of Orlando, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families in the area can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windy Ridge K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Windy Ridge K-8's student population of 1,136 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,136 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Windy Ridge K-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windy Ridge K-8 is 0.65, 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
#740 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
52%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windy Ridge K-8's ranking?
Windy Ridge K-8 is ranked #740 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Windy Ridge K-8 often compared to?
Windy Ridge K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Palm Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Windy Ridge K-8?
1,136 students attend Windy Ridge K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Windy Ridge K-8 students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Windy Ridge K-8?
Windy Ridge K-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Windy Ridge K-8 offer ?
Windy Ridge K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Windy Ridge K-8 part of?
Windy Ridge K-8 is part of Orange School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I went here for 9 years straight from kindergarten to 8th grade it was a nice but small school that didn't get much money. Most stuff there was cheap or old and all the teachers are nice.
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