Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winter Springs Elementary School 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winter Springs Elementary School serves the west part of Winter Springs, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most living about 1.6 miles away from the edge of the attendance area, which extends up to 2.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winter Springs Elementary School's student population of 501 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winter Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winter Springs Elementary School 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
#1340 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
49%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Winter Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Winter Springs Elementary School is ranked #1340 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Winter Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Winter Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Layer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Winter Springs Elementary School?
501 students attend Winter Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Winter Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winter Springs Elementary School?
Winter Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winter Springs Elementary School offer ?
Winter Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winter Springs Elementary School part of?
Winter Springs Elementary School is part of Seminole School District.
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