Serving 650 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Windward Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Windward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Windward Elementary School's student population of 650 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Windward Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Windward Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#29 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
10%
36%
White
34%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Windward Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Windward Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lake Windward Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Windward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creek View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lake Windward Elementary School?
650 students attend Lake Windward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Lake Windward Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Windward Elementary School?
Lake Windward Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Windward Elementary School offer ?
Lake Windward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Windward Elementary School part of?
Lake Windward Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
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