Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winder Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Winder Elementary School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winder Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winder Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1359 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
26%
18%
Black
22%
36%
White
41%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winder Elementary School's ranking?
Winder Elementary School is ranked #1359 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Winder Elementary School often compared to?
Winder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bramlett Elementary School, Freeman's Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Winder Elementary School?
654 students attend Winder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Winder Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winder Elementary School?
Winder Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winder Elementary School offer ?
Winder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Winder Elementary School part of?
Winder Elementary School is part of Barrow County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
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