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#241 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 11% in state

Windsor Elementary

Elementary School · De Forest Area School District

4352 Windsor Rd, Windsor, WI 53598

Enrollment

512

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#241 of 2,105

In district

#1 of 7

De Forest Area School District

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Windsor Elementary

8.4/10

Elementary School in Windsor · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Harvest Intermediate School

8.4/10

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6.8/10

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About Windsor Elementary

Windsor Elementary is a public elementary school in Windsor, WI, part of De Forest Area School District. Windsor Elementary serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Windsor Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #241 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Windsor Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+16.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.4 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,667
Chronic Absenteeism11.1%

Windsor Elementary — Students at Windsor Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.3% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.2% (2025 FORWARD)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
71.2%
ELA
67.6%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Windsor Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
89th percentile in WI
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

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

4352 Windsor Rd, Windsor, WI 53598

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Windsor Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Token Springs Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Sun Prairie), with a very similar rating. Another option is Meadow View Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Sun Prairie), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Horizon Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Sun Prairie), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Windsor, see our Windsor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Harvest Intermediate School Deforest 0.2 mi 8.4
De Forest Middle De Forest 1.7 mi 6.8
Early Learning Program Deforest 1.7 mi 3.4
De Forest High De Forest 1.9 mi 4.9
Eagle Point Elementary Deforest 2.1 mi 7.2
Yahara Elementary De Forest 2.5 mi 6.7
POWERHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie 3.2 mi
Horizon Elementary Sun Prairie 3.3 mi 7.8
Sun Prairie West High Sun Prairie 4.0 mi
Meadow View Elementary Sun Prairie 4.3 mi 8.4
MADISON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Waunakee 4.7 mi 9.0
Gompers Elementary Madison 5.3 mi 7.5
Black Hawk Middle Madison 5.3 mi 4.3
Prairie View Middle Sun Prairie 4.5 mi 6.1
Sandburg Elementary Madison 5.7 mi 6.1
Token Springs Elementary Sun Prairie 4.3 mi 8.5
Royal Oaks Elementary Sun Prairie 4.6 mi 6.2
Lake View Elementary Madison 5.9 mi 4.6
EASTSIDE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Madison 6.2 mi 6.9
RICHARDSON SCHOOL Madison 6.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53598 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,119

Median Home Value

$373,300

Median Rent

$1,470/mo

Population

3,834

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

66.8%

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

41.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Atwater Elementary Shorewood, WI 8.4
Colfax Elementary Colfax, WI 8.4
Cushing Elementary Delafield, WI 8.4
Dodgeville Elementary Dodgeville, WI 8.4
Kennedy Elementary Janesville, WI 8.4
Lannon Elementary Lannon, WI 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Windsor Elementary

What grades does Windsor Elementary serve?

Windsor Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Windsor Elementary?

Windsor Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Windsor Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Windsor Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Windsor Elementary rank in WI?

Windsor Elementary ranks #241 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Windsor Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Windsor Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Windsor Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Windsor Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Windsor Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

16.4% of students at Windsor 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

District

De Forest Area School District
District Enrollment
4,153
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,667
District Rank
#1 of 7

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