Very Good
#1103 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 29% in state
Windy Ridge K-8
Elementary School · ORANGE
3900 BEECH TREE DR, Orlando, FL 32835
Enrollment
1,172
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,172
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,103 of 3,778
In Orlando
#42 of 192
public schools
In district
#66 of 258
ORANGE
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Windy Ridge K-8
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About Windy Ridge K-8
Windy Ridge K-8 is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Windy Ridge K-8 serves approximately 1,172 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Windy Ridge K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,103 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Windy Ridge K-8 show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Windy Ridge K-8 — Students at Windy Ridge K-8 score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 39 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.5/10.
How Windy Ridge K-8 Compares
See how Windy Ridge K-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3900 BEECH TREE DR, Orlando, FL 32835
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Windy Ridge K-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WINDERMERE ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Windermere), which scores notably higher. Another option is THORNEBROOKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Ocoee), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WESTPOINTE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OLYMPIA HIGH Orlando | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| CHAIN OF LAKES MIDDLE Orlando | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| WESTPOINTE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| PALM LAKE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| METROWEST ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| FIORELLA PREPARATORY SCHOOL LLC Orlando | 1.4 mi | — |
| EDGEWOOD RANCH ACADEMY Orlando | 1.7 mi | — |
| GOTHA MIDDLE Windermere | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| PREMIER ACADEMY Windermere | 2.0 mi | — |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Orlando | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| UNIVERSAL EDUCATION CENTER Orlando | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| DR. PHILLIPS HIGH Orlando | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| THE CRENSHAW SCHOOL Gotha | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| DR. PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| SUNSHINE HIGH SCHOOL-GREATER ORLANDO CAMPUS Orlando | 2.9 mi | 4.0 |
| WILLIAM FRANGUS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| THORNEBROOKE ELEMENTARY Ocoee | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| OAK HILL ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| WINDERMERE ELEMENTARY Windermere | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,183
Median Home Value
$333,000
Median Rent
$1,764/mo
Population
49,932
College Educated
40.7%
Homeownership
45.4%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
35.5
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|---|---|
| CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plantation, FL | 7.4 |
| CRACKER TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring, FL | 7.4 |
| DISCOVERY KEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth, FL | 7.4 |
| FOREST CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs, FL | 7.4 |
| MATER ACADEMY Hialeah Gardens, FL | 7.4 |
| MOSS PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Windy Ridge K-8
What grades does Windy Ridge K-8 serve?
Windy Ridge K-8 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Windy Ridge K-8?
Windy Ridge K-8 has an enrollment of approximately 1,172 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Windy Ridge K-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Windy Ridge K-8 is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Windy Ridge K-8 rank in FL?
Windy Ridge K-8 ranks #1,103 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Windy Ridge K-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Windy Ridge K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Windy Ridge K-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Windy Ridge K-8 has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Windy Ridge K-8 a charter school?
No, Windy Ridge K-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Windy Ridge K-8 a Title I school?
No, Windy Ridge K-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windy Ridge K-8?
27.0% of students at Windy Ridge K-8 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,172
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (407) 296-5100
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #66 of 258
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