Very Good
#3019 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Winfield Elementary
Elementary School · Winton
PO Box 1839, Winton, CA 95388
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,019 of 9,539
In Winton
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Winton
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Winfield Elementary
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About Winfield Elementary
Winfield Elementary is a public elementary school in Winton, CA, part of Winton. Winfield Elementary serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Winfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,019 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Winfield Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Winfield Elementary runs 21.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Winfield Elementary — Students at Winfield Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Winfield Elementary Compares
See how Winfield Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 1839, Winton, CA 95388
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cressey Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Ballico), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frank Sparkes Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elmer Wood Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Atwater), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Winton, see our Winton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sybil N. Crookham Elementary Winton | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Frank Sparkes Elementary Winton | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Winton Middle Winton | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Peggy Heller Elementary Atwater | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Atwater High Atwater | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Elmer Wood Elementary Atwater | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Atwater Senior Academy Atwater | 2.4 mi | — |
| Thomas Olaeta Elementary Atwater | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Bellevue Elementary Atwater | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Bellevue Senior Elementary Atwater | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Mitchell Intermediate Atwater | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Mitchell Elementary Atwater | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Shaffer Elementary Atwater | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| GRACE MENNONITE SCHOOL Winton | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Valley Atwater Community Merced | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Buhach Colony High Atwater | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Washington Elementary Winton | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Cressey Elementary Ballico | 4.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Floyd A. Schelby Merced | 4.4 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95388 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,762
Median Home Value
$307,900
Median Rent
$1,108/mo
Population
13,005
College Educated
6.8%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
30.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winfield Elementary
What grades does Winfield Elementary serve?
Winfield Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Winfield Elementary?
Winfield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winfield Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Winfield Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winfield Elementary rank in CA?
Winfield Elementary ranks #3,019 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Winfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Winfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Winfield Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winfield Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Winfield Elementary a charter school?
No, Winfield Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winfield Elementary a Title I school?
No, Winfield Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winfield Elementary?
93.4% of students at Winfield 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 454
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Merced County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.4%
- Phone
- (209) 357-6891
Resources & Links
District
Winton- District Enrollment
- 1,868
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,525
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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