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A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired

Elementary School · Sacramento City Unified

3351 Explorer Dr., Sacramento, CA 95827

Enrollment

389

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#8,709 of 9,539

In Sacramento

#163 of 198

public schools

In district

#54 of 71

Sacramento City Unified

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired

3.9/10

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About A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired

A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento City Unified.

A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,709 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.1
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-33.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-17.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,892
Chronic Absenteeism33.2%

A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired — Students at A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 22.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 28.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
9.3%
ELA
16.4%
2024
Math
12.8%
ELA
29.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.

How A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired Compares

See how A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
9th percentile in CA
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3351 Explorer Dr., Sacramento, CA 95827

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Growth Public (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cordova Gardens Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Rancho Cordova), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Del Dayo Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Carmichael), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
George Washington Carver School of Arts and Science Sacramento 0.4 mi 5.2
SIERRA SCHOOL Sacramento 0.7 mi 7.1
Abraham Lincoln Elementary Sacramento 0.7 mi 3.4
MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL Sacramento 0.7 mi
James Marshall Elementary Sacramento 1.3 mi 4.0
CAPITAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sacramento 1.3 mi 6.2
Cordova Meadows Elementary Rancho Cordova 1.7 mi 3.6
El Centro Jr./Sr. High Sacramento 1.6 mi 5.7
Foundations Academy Sacramento 1.4 mi 3.6
Del Dayo Elementary Carmichael 1.8 mi 6.0
Cordova Villa Elementary Rancho Cordova 1.6 mi 4.2
Rosemont High Sacramento 1.8 mi 4.7
Growth Public Sacramento 1.6 mi 7.5
White Rock Elementary Rancho Cordova 1.9 mi 4.5
Albert Einstein Middle Sacramento 1.9 mi 3.8
Cordova Gardens Elementary Rancho Cordova 2.2 mi 6.4
Jesuit High School Carmichael 2.0 mi
JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Carmichael 2.1 mi 5.4
Rio Americano High Sacramento 1.9 mi 5.3
O. W. Erlewine Elementary Sacramento 2.0 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95827 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,382

Median Home Value

$419,500

Median Rent

$1,790/mo

Population

21,032

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

61.7%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

35.2

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Boone Elementary San Diego, CA 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired

What grades does A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired serve?

A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired?

A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired?

The student-teacher ratio at A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired rank in CA?

A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired ranks #8,709 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired's MySchoolScout rating?

A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired a charter school?

No, A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired a Title I school?

No, A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired?

63.5% of students at A. M. Winn Waldorf-inspired qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Sacramento County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

District

Sacramento City Unified
District Enrollment
38,268
Schools in District
73
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,892
District Rank
#54 of 71

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