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Windsor High

High School · Windsor Unified

8695 Windsor Rd., Windsor, CA 95492

Enrollment

1,638

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,998 of 9,539

In Windsor

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Windsor Unified

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Windsor High

6.2/10

High School in Windsor · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Windsor Oaks Academy

5.3/10

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7.5/10

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About Windsor High

Windsor High is a public high school in Windsor, CA, part of Windsor Unified. Windsor High serves approximately 1,638 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Windsor High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,998 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Windsor High show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • CA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
College Readiness6.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation17.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,629
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Windsor High — Students at Windsor High score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 26 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
54%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
22.2%
ELA
59.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.

How Windsor High Compares

See how Windsor High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in CA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
24
12 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
83 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
17.5% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
12 boys'·12 girls'·24 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

8695 Windsor Rd., Windsor, CA 95492

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Windsor High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Side Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Healdsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mark West Charter (rated 8.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Santa Rosa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Bay Met Academy (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Windsor, see our Windsor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Windsor Oaks Academy Windsor 0.1 mi 5.3
North Bay Met Academy Windsor 0.1 mi 7.5
Cali Calmecac Language Academy Windsor 0.8 mi 4.9
Brooks Elementary Windsor 1.1 mi 4.3
Windsor Middle Windsor 1.3 mi 6.3
Mattie Washburn Elementary Santa Rosa 1.4 mi 6.7
Sonoma County Special Education Santa Rosa 2.3 mi 3.9
Sonoma County Court Santa Rosa 2.3 mi 4.4
Sonoma County Alternative Education Programs Santa Rosa 2.3 mi 4.9
Sonoma Country Day School Santa Rosa 2.4 mi
SONOMA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Santa Rosa 2.4 mi 7.3
Anova Center for Education, Sonoma Santa Rosa 2.6 mi
San Miguel Elementary Santa Rosa 3.7 mi 6.2
Spring Hills Christian Fulton 4.0 mi
SONOMA EARTH SCHOOL Forestville 4.1 mi
Sonoma Earth School Forestville 4.0 mi
Mark West Elementary Santa Rosa 4.2 mi 7.2
Mark West Charter Santa Rosa 4.2 mi 8.0
West Side Elementary Healdsburg 4.4 mi 9.1
THE HEALDSBURG SCHOOL Healdsburg 4.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95492 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,022

Median Home Value

$777,700

Median Rent

$2,149/mo

Population

27,455

College Educated

34.9%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Windsor High

What grades does Windsor High serve?

Windsor High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Windsor High?

Windsor High has an enrollment of approximately 1,638 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Windsor High?

The student-teacher ratio at Windsor High is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Windsor High rank in CA?

Windsor High ranks #4,998 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Windsor High's MySchoolScout rating?

Windsor High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Windsor High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Windsor High has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Windsor High a charter school?

No, Windsor High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Windsor High a Title I school?

No, Windsor High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windsor High?

44.1% of students at Windsor High 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,638
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
83
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sonoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

Windsor Unified
District Enrollment
4,565
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,629
District Rank
#4 of 7

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