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Winters High

High School · Winters Joint Unified

101 Grant Ave., Winters, CA 95694

Enrollment

437

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,610 of 9,539

In Winters

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Winters Joint Unified

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Winters High

6.5/10

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

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About Winters High

Winters High is a public high school in Winters, CA, part of Winters Joint Unified. Winters High serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Winters High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,610 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Winters High show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with CA schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • CA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.9 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
College Readiness6.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation19.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,292
Chronic Absenteeism29.5%

Winters High — Students at Winters High score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 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
57%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
21%
ELA
55%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Winters High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in CA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.6
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
19.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

101 Grant Ave., Winters, CA 95694

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winters High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Fairfield Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Davis), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING (rated 8.1/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Vacaville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dixon Montessori Charter (rated 8.1/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Dixon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winters, see our Winters schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Wolfskill High Winters 0.0 mi
Waggoner Elementary Winters 0.4 mi 6.1
Winters Middle Winters 0.5 mi 4.7
Shirley Rominger Intermediate Winters 0.6 mi 6.4
Vacaville Adventist Christian School Vacaville 5.1 mi
VACAVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Woodland 5.1 mi
Fairfield Elementary Davis 7.3 mi 9.0
The Academy of 21st Century Learning Vacaville 9.4 mi
Browns Valley Elementary Vacaville 9.8 mi 6.9
Tremont Elementary Dixon 8.7 mi 4.9
Orchard Elementary Vacaville 10.3 mi 6.1
Edwin Markham Elementary Vacaville 10.7 mi 5.0
Madison Community High Esparto 10.7 mi
THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING Vacaville 10.8 mi 8.1
Gretchen Higgins Elementary Dixon 8.9 mi 4.6
Maine Prairie High (Continuation) Dixon 9.1 mi 6.5
Shereene Wilkerson Academy of Excellence Vacaville 11.0 mi
Dixon Montessori Charter Dixon 9.2 mi 8.1
Hemlock Elementary Vacaville 11.1 mi 5.9
Willis Jepson Middle Vacaville 11.3 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95694 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,415

Median Home Value

$633,600

Median Rent

$1,435/mo

Population

10,156

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

63.3%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winters High

What grades does Winters High serve?

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

How many students attend Winters High?

Winters High has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winters High?

The student-teacher ratio at Winters High is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winters High rank in CA?

Winters High ranks #4,610 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Winters High's MySchoolScout rating?

Winters High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Winters High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winters High has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Winters High a charter school?

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

Is Winters High a Title I school?

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

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

65.2% of students at Winters 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
83 Very Walkable
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Yolo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.5%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Winters Joint Unified
District Enrollment
1,579
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,292
District Rank
#1 of 4

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