Very Good
#1729 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 18% in state
Winchell Elementary
Elementary School · Fresno Unified
3722 East Lowe St., Fresno, CA 93702
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,729 of 9,539
In Fresno
#25 of 175
public schools
In district
#14 of 98
Fresno Unified
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Winchell Elementary
Winchell Elementary is a public elementary school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno Unified. Winchell Elementary serves approximately 662 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Winchell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,729 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Winchell Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Winchell Elementary runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
40% of students at Winchell Elementary 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
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Winchell Elementary — Students at Winchell Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Winchell Elementary Compares
See how Winchell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3722 East Lowe St., Fresno, CA 93702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winchell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vang Pao Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ann B. Leavenworth (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vang Pao Elementary Fresno | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Sequoia Middle Fresno | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Jackson Elementary Fresno | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Roosevelt High Fresno | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Rowell Elementary Fresno | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Lane Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Fresno | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Miguel Hidalgo Elementary Fresno | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Ezekiel Balderas Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Ann B. Leavenworth Fresno | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Calwa Elementary Fresno | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Burroughs Elementary Fresno | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Cambridge Continuation High Fresno | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Akira Yokomi Elementary Fresno | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Tehipite Middle Fresno | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Mario G. Olmos Elementary Fresno | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Yosemite Middle Fresno | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Fresno County Special Education Fresno | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Kirk Elementary Fresno | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Webster Elementary Fresno | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,849
Median Home Value
$211,900
Median Rent
$1,110/mo
Population
45,241
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
34.2%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
29.7
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| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winchell Elementary
What grades does Winchell Elementary serve?
Winchell Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Winchell Elementary?
Winchell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 662 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winchell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Winchell Elementary is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winchell Elementary rank in CA?
Winchell Elementary ranks #1,729 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Winchell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Winchell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Winchell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winchell Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Winchell Elementary a charter school?
No, Winchell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winchell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Winchell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winchell Elementary?
96.1% of students at Winchell Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 662
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (559) 457-3440
Resources & Links
District
Fresno Unified- District Enrollment
- 68,568
- Schools in District
- 101
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,983
- District Rank
- #14 of 98
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