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Windom Elementary School

3870 Sheldon Rd
Orchard Park, NY 14127
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 615 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Windom Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 615 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 72% (Top 20%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Windom Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

Windom Elementary School's student population of 615 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Maximizing the Potential of Every Student, Every Day

School Rankings

Windom Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windom Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1443 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
72%
52%
47%
49%
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
88%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.22
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Windom Elementary School's ranking?
Windom Elementary School is ranked #1443 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Windom Elementary School often compared to?
Windom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eggert Road Elementary School, Allendale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Windom Elementary School?
615 students attend Windom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Windom Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Windom Elementary School?
Windom Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Windom Elementary School offer ?
Windom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Windom Elementary School part of?
Windom Elementary School is part of Orchard Park Central School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 615 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 72% (Top 20%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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