Very Good
#1808 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Winston Churchill Middle
Middle School · San Juan Unified
4900 Whitney Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608
Enrollment
995
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
995
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,808 of 9,539
In Carmichael
#1 of 17
public schools
In district
#1 of 65
San Juan Unified
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Winston Churchill Middle
Winston Churchill Middle is a public middle school in Carmichael, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Winston Churchill Middle serves approximately 995 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Winston Churchill Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,808 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Winston Churchill Middle show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Winston Churchill Middle runs 23.1:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Winston Churchill Middle — Students at Winston Churchill Middle score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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 Winston Churchill Middle Compares
See how Winston Churchill Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4900 Whitney Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winston Churchill Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. San Juan Choices Charter (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Sacramento), with a comparable rating. Another option is California Montessori Project-San Juan Campuses (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Visions In Education (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Carmichael, see our Carmichael schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,638
Median Home Value
$565,600
Median Rent
$1,549/mo
Population
63,052
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
51.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winston Churchill Middle
What grades does Winston Churchill Middle serve?
Winston Churchill Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Winston Churchill Middle?
Winston Churchill Middle has an enrollment of approximately 995 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winston Churchill Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Winston Churchill Middle is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winston Churchill Middle rank in CA?
Winston Churchill Middle ranks #1,808 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Winston Churchill Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Winston Churchill Middle 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 Winston Churchill Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winston Churchill Middle has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Winston Churchill Middle a charter school?
No, Winston Churchill Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winston Churchill Middle a Title I school?
No, Winston Churchill Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winston Churchill Middle?
44.1% of students at Winston Churchill Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 995
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (916) 971-7324
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #1 of 65
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