Serving 1,017 students in grades 6-8, Windy Hill Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,017 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windy Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Windy Hill Middle School's student population of 1,017 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,017 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Windy Hill Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windy Hill Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1374 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
38%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windy Hill Middle School's ranking?
Windy Hill Middle School is ranked #1374 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Windy Hill Middle School often compared to?
Windy Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Windy Hill Middle School?
1,017 students attend Windy Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Windy Hill Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Windy Hill Middle School?
Windy Hill Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Windy Hill Middle School offer ?
Windy Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Windy Hill Middle School part of?
Windy Hill Middle School is part of Lake School District.
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