Serving 267 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Windsor Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windsor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Windsor Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Windsor Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windsor Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#710 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
13%
Black
13%
7%
White
55%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windsor Elementary School's ranking?
Windsor Elementary School is ranked #710 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Windsor Elementary School often compared to?
Windsor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Ave Elementary School, Altoona Elementary School, Hanawalt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Windsor Elementary School?
267 students attend Windsor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Windsor Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Windsor Elementary School?
Windsor Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Windsor Elementary School offer ?
Windsor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Windsor Elementary School part of?
Windsor Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Windsor Elementary School located?
Windsor Elementary School is located in the Waveland Woods neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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