Serving 1,638 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Winding Waters K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winding Waters K-8's student population of 1,638 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
School Rankings
Winding Waters K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winding Waters K-8 is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2273 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winding Waters K-8's ranking?
Winding Waters K-8 is ranked #2273 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Winding Waters K-8 often compared to?
Winding Waters K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pine Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Winding Waters K-8?
1,638 students attend Winding Waters K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Winding Waters K-8 students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winding Waters K-8?
Winding Waters K-8 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winding Waters K-8 offer ?
Winding Waters K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winding Waters K-8 part of?
Winding Waters K-8 is part of Hernando School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Veterans Day - Schools closed
November 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
M.L. King Day - Schools closed
January 19, 2026 (Monday)
Presidents Day - Schools closed
February 16, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
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