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#123 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 3% in state

Windermere Elementary

Elementary School · ORANGE

11125 PARK AVE, Windermere, FL 34786

Enrollment

562

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#123 of 3,778

In Windermere

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 258

ORANGE

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Windermere Elementary

9.2/10

Elementary School in Windermere · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Windermere Elementary

Windermere Elementary is a public elementary school in Windermere, FL, part of ORANGE. Windermere Elementary serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Windermere Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #123 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Windermere Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+0.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency89% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+28.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.5 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+20.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,656
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Windermere Elementary — Students at Windermere Elementary score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 85.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 83.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2013
ELA
86%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2022
Math
90.4%
ELA
85.4%
2024
Math
89%
ELA
85.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Windermere Elementary Compares

See how Windermere Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
97th percentile in FL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

11125 PARK AVE, Windermere, FL 34786

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Windermere Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE WHITNEY ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Winter Garden), with a very similar rating. Another option is THORNEBROOKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Ocoee), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WESTBROOKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Ocoee), a more accessible option. For more schools in Windermere, see our Windermere schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
THORNEBROOKE ELEMENTARY Ocoee 1.3 mi 8.3
LAKE WHITNEY ELEMENTARY Winter Garden 1.5 mi 9.1
WESTBROOKE ELEMENTARY Ocoee 2.2 mi 8.0
THE CRENSHAW SCHOOL Gotha 2.1 mi 7.1
PREMIER ACADEMY Windermere 2.2 mi
HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Winter Garden 2.4 mi 6.0
ESTEEM ACADEMY Winter Garden 2.4 mi
ESE TRANSITION Winter Garden 2.4 mi 6.3
GOTHA MIDDLE Windermere 2.4 mi 5.0
FAMILY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winter Garden 2.5 mi 5.0
OLYMPIA HIGH Orlando 2.4 mi 4.6
WINDERMERE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Windermere 2.6 mi 6.0
WINDEMERE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Windermere 2.7 mi 7.5
WEST ORANGE HIGH Winter Garden 2.7 mi 5.8
CHAIN OF LAKES MIDDLE Orlando 2.6 mi 2.9
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando 2.7 mi 6.0
CRANIUM ACADEMY Winter Garden 2.7 mi 7.8
WINDERMERE HIGH Windermere 2.9 mi 5.4
WINDY RIDGE K-8 Orlando 2.8 mi 7.4
LIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - SOUTH CAMPUS Gotha 3.2 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34786 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,409

Median Home Value

$621,300

Median Rent

$2,239/mo

Population

43,700

College Educated

59.4%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

37.9

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FLORANADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL 9.2
HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Immokalee, FL 9.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Windermere Elementary

What grades does Windermere Elementary serve?

Windermere Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Windermere Elementary?

Windermere Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Windermere Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Windermere Elementary is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Windermere Elementary rank in FL?

Windermere Elementary ranks #123 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Windermere Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Windermere Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Windermere Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Windermere Elementary has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Windermere Elementary a charter school?

No, Windermere Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Windermere Elementary a Title I school?

No, Windermere Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windermere Elementary?

10.3% of students at Windermere Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

District

ORANGE
District Enrollment
206,815
Schools in District
275
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,656
District Rank
#7 of 258

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