At a glance
Reported students
840
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
54
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia elementary enrollment
95th percentile
Compared with 1,139 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
865.5
Winding Creek Elementary: 840 reported students.
State peer staffing position
80th percentile
15.6:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 795
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.7:1
What the reported data says about Winding Creek Elementary
Winding Creek Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Stafford. It is one of 34 current school records connected to Stafford County Public Schools. NCES reports 840 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,139 elementary schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 503 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 95th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.6:1, above the Virginia median of 13.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (35.2%) and Black (23.7%). English learners represent 19.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Winding Creek Elementary
- 1How do the reported 15.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 54 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 19.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 35%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White35.2%
- Hispanic21.9%
- Black23.7%
- Asian10.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial8.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Stafford County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Kate Waller Barrett Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
838 reported students
Anne E. Moncure Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
852 reported students
Stafford Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
879 reported students
Margaret Brent Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
796 reported students
Hampton Oaks Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
887 reported students
Conway Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
904 reported students
Public schools near Winding Creek Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Ridge Elementary Elementary · Stafford County Public Schools | KG–05 | 908 | 1.6 mi |
| Anthony Burns Elementary Elementary · Stafford County Public Schools | KG–05 | 730 | 2 mi |
| Hampton Oaks Elementary Elementary · Stafford County Public Schools | KG–05 | 887 | 2.1 mi |
| Margaret Brent Elementary Elementary · Stafford County Public Schools | KG–05 | 796 | 2.6 mi |
| Garrisonville Elementary Elementary · Stafford County Public Schools | KG–05 | 735 | 2.7 mi |
| Rockhill Elementary Elementary · Stafford County Public Schools | KG–05 | 639 | 2.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Winding Creek Elementary
What grades does Winding Creek Elementary serve?
Winding Creek Elementary reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Stafford County Public Schools.
How many students attend Winding Creek Elementary?
Winding Creek Elementary reported 840 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 95th percentile among 1,139 Virginia elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 795 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Winding Creek Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 15.6:1, based on 840 students and 54 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Winding Creek Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Winding Creek Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Stafford County Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Winding Creek Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
35% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Winding Creek Elementary in?
Winding Creek Elementary is part of Stafford County Public Schools, based in Stafford, VA, which operates 34 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Winding Creek Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Park Ridge Elementary (1.6 mi), Anthony Burns Elementary (2 mi), Hampton Oaks Elementary (2.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.