Summary:
The city of Windermere, Florida is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The schools in this area generally outperform the Orange County and Florida averages, with several standout institutions.
Windermere Elementary and Keenes Crossing Elementary are among the top-performing elementary schools in the state, with exceptional test scores and low free/reduced lunch rates. In contrast, Gotha Middle scores lower on state assessments compared to its peers. The middle school performance is more variable, with Horizon West Middle excelling, particularly in Algebra and Geometry.
Across the Windermere schools, chronic absenteeism is a concern, with rates over 30%. However, the schools generally have lower student-teacher ratios and higher per-student spending compared to the Orange County and Florida averages, which may contribute to their strong academic performance. Overall, the Windermere school district offers a mix of high-achieving and more average-performing institutions, with the elementary schools standing out as particularly strong.
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