Best Schools in Winona Lake, Indiana
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Winona Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Jefferson Elementary School
Elementary · Warsaw Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$242,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$242,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Winona Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jefferson Elementary School | 6.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $97,813
- Median home value
- $242,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 51%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Winona Lake compares
Median household income
$98k
136% of Indiana median
About Schools in Winona Lake, Indiana
Winona Lake, Indiana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Winona Lake show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Winona Lake is Jefferson Elementary School with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Winona Lake is served by 1 school district: Warsaw Community Schools. These districts collectively serve 6,723 students.
Winona Lake's community shows 51% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $97,813. The poverty rate in the area is 6.9%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 461 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.0 |
Schools in Winona Lake
Winona Lake, Indiana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$97,813
Median Home Value
$242,400
Median Rent
$1,074/mo
Population
5,073
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
66%
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Community Profile
Winona Lake has a median household income of $97,813. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $242,400, with a median rent of $1,074/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Indiana
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Winona Lake, Indiana
How many schools are in Winona Lake, Indiana?
Winona Lake has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Winona Lake, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Winona Lake is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Winona Lake, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Winona Lake on MySchoolScout is Jefferson Elementary School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Winona Lake, Indiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Winona Lake on MySchoolScout is Jefferson Elementary School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Winona Lake, Indiana?
Winona Lake is served by 1 school district: Warsaw Community Schools.
What is the education level in Winona Lake, Indiana?
According to Census data, 51% of adults in Winona Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Winona Lake, Indiana?
The median household income in Winona Lake is approximately $97,813 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Winona Lake, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Winona Lake is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Winona Lake, Indiana?
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.