5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Winters, California

5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 5

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Estimated Scores: 25%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $107,415
Median home value: $633,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 32%
Avg commute: 25 min
Owner-occupied homes: 63%

How Winters compares

California rank

#417 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$107k

108% of California median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Winters, California

Winters, California is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Winters show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Winters is Winters High with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Winters is served by 1 school district: Winters Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,579 students.

Winters's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $107,415. The poverty rate in the area is 8.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Waggoner Elementary 408 students · Kindergarten–2nd	408	Kindergarten–2nd	5.9
2	Shirley Rominger Intermediate 360 students · 3rd–5th	360	3rd–5th	5.2

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Winters Middle 350 students · 6th–8th	350	6th–8th	5.1

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Winters High 437 students · 9th–12th	437	9th–12th	7.1
2	Wolfskill High 22 students · 9th–12th	22	9th–12th	—

Schools in Winters

Winters, California · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$107,415

Median Home Value

$633,600

Median Rent

$1,435/mo

Population

10,156

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

63%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Community Profile

Winters has a median household income of $107,415. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $633,600, with a median rent of $1,435/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 5
Elementary: 2
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Resources

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School District

Winters Joint Unified

5 schools · 1,579 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Winters, California

How many schools are in Winters, California?

Winters has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Winters, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Winters is 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Winters, California?

The top-ranked school in Winters on MySchoolScout is Winters High with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Winters, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Winters on MySchoolScout is Waggoner Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Winters, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Winters on MySchoolScout is Winters Middle with a composite score of 5.1/10.

What is the best high school in Winters, California?

The top-ranked high school in Winters on MySchoolScout is Winters High with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Winters, California?

Winters is served by 1 school district: Winters Joint Unified.

What is the education level in Winters, California?

According to Census data, 32% of adults in Winters have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Winters, California?

The median household income in Winters is approximately $107,415 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Winters, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Winters is 18.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Winters, California?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.