Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Windmill Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Windmill Springs Elementary School's student population of 560 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Windmill Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windmill Springs Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4944 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
68%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windmill Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Windmill Springs Elementary School is ranked #4944 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Windmill Springs Elementary School?
560 students attend Windmill Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Windmill Springs Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Windmill Springs Elementary School?
Windmill Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Windmill Springs Elementary School offer ?
Windmill Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Windmill Springs Elementary School part of?
Windmill Springs Elementary School is part of Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Windmill Springs Elementary School located?
Windmill Springs Elementary School is located in the Windmill Springs neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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