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Below Average

#1867 of 2,268 schools in GA

Windsor Forest Elementary School

Elementary School · Savannah-Chatham County

414 Briarcliff Cir, Savannah, GA 31419

Enrollment

451

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,867 of 2,268

In Savannah

#33 of 48

public schools

In district

#40 of 58

Savannah-Chatham County

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Windsor Forest Elementary School

4.4/10

Elementary School in Savannah · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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About Windsor Forest Elementary School

Windsor Forest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Savannah, GA, part of Savannah-Chatham County. Windsor Forest Elementary School serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Windsor Forest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,867 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Windsor Forest Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9:1 students to teachers, Windsor Forest Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.3% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-13.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.8 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,342
Chronic Absenteeism29.9%

Windsor Forest Elementary School — Students at Windsor Forest Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
28.3%
ELA
26%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Windsor Forest Elementary School Compares

See how Windsor Forest Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
18th percentile in GA
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

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

414 Briarcliff Cir, Savannah, GA 31419

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Windsor Forest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hodge Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pulaski Elementary SChool (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Savannah, see our Savannah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SAVANNAH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Savannah 0.5 mi 5.5
Windsor Forest High School Savannah 0.5 mi 4.3
ADVANCE ACADEMY AT MATTHEW REARDON CTR FOR AUTISM Savannah 1.2 mi 6.1
Largo-Tibet Elementary School Savannah 1.3 mi 3.0
White Bluff Elementary School Savannah 1.6 mi 4.1
Pulaski Elementary SChool Savannah 1.6 mi 6.5
The STEM Academy at Bartlett Savannah 2.2 mi 9.2
Hesse School Savannah 2.4 mi 4.6
CHATHAM ACADEMY Savannah 2.9 mi 6.3
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Savannah 2.9 mi 7.1
Hodge Elementary School Savannah 3.4 mi 6.8
BETHESDA ACADEMY Savannah 3.1 mi 7.3
UHS of Savannah Coastal Harbor Treatment Center Savannah 3.8 mi 5.5
Heard Elementary School Savannah 3.8 mi 6.4
RAMBAM DAY SCHOOL Savannah 4.1 mi 6.3
BENEDICTINE MILITARY SCHOOL Savannah 3.9 mi 7.0
Haven Elementary School Savannah 4.3 mi 3.8
Mercer Middle School Garden City 4.3 mi 2.5
SAVANNAH HONOR ACADEMY Savannah 4.4 mi
Coastal Empire Montessori Charter School Savannah 4.4 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 31419 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,734

Median Home Value

$239,600

Median Rent

$1,344/mo

Population

57,354

College Educated

34.4%

Homeownership

56.5%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

36.9

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Howard B. Stroud Elementary School Athens, GA 4.4
Kilpatrick Elementary School Jonesboro, GA 4.4
Kingston Elementary School Kingston, GA 4.4
Lewis Elementary School Sparta, GA 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Windsor Forest Elementary School

What grades does Windsor Forest Elementary School serve?

Windsor Forest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Windsor Forest Elementary School?

Windsor Forest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Windsor Forest Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Windsor Forest Elementary School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Windsor Forest Elementary School rank in GA?

Windsor Forest Elementary School ranks #1,867 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Windsor Forest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Windsor Forest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Windsor Forest Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Windsor Forest Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Windsor Forest Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Windsor Forest Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Windsor Forest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windsor Forest Elementary School?

81.6% of students at Windsor Forest Elementary School 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
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Chatham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

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