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#7781 of 9,539 schools in CA

Winters Middle

Middle School · Winters Joint Unified

425 Anderson Ave., Winters, CA 95694

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

4.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,781 of 9,539

In Winters

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Winters Joint Unified

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Winters Middle

4.7/10

Middle School in Winters · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Shirley Rominger Intermediate

6.4/10

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6.1/10

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About Winters Middle

Winters Middle is a public middle school in Winters, CA, part of Winters Joint Unified. Winters Middle serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Winters Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,781 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Winters Middle show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts below CA schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • CA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-20.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.5 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,292
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Winters Middle — Students at Winters Middle score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 23.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 32.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (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
53%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
13.9%
ELA
30.4%
2024
Math
13.7%
ELA
22.3%

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

How Winters Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
18th percentile in CA
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

Location

425 Anderson Ave., Winters, CA 95694

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winters Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fairfield Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Davis), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING (rated 8.1/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Vacaville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dixon Montessori Charter (rated 8.1/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Dixon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winters, see our Winters schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Shirley Rominger Intermediate Winters 0.2 mi 6.4
Waggoner Elementary Winters 0.5 mi 6.1
Winters High Winters 0.5 mi 6.5
Wolfskill High Winters 0.5 mi
Vacaville Adventist Christian School Vacaville 5.4 mi
VACAVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Woodland 5.4 mi
Fairfield Elementary Davis 7.6 mi 9.0
The Academy of 21st Century Learning Vacaville 9.7 mi
Browns Valley Elementary Vacaville 10.0 mi 6.9
Madison Community High Esparto 10.5 mi
Orchard Elementary Vacaville 10.5 mi 6.1
Tremont Elementary Dixon 9.2 mi 4.9
Edwin Markham Elementary Vacaville 10.9 mi 5.0
THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING Vacaville 11.0 mi 8.1
Shereene Wilkerson Academy of Excellence Vacaville 11.2 mi
Hemlock Elementary Vacaville 11.3 mi 5.9
Gretchen Higgins Elementary Dixon 9.3 mi 4.6
Maine Prairie High (Continuation) Dixon 9.6 mi 6.5
Willis Jepson Middle Vacaville 11.4 mi 6.6
Dixon Montessori Charter Dixon 9.7 mi 8.1

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 Middle

What grades does Winters Middle serve?

Winters Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Winters Middle?

Winters Middle has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winters Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Winters Middle is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winters Middle rank in CA?

Winters Middle ranks #7,781 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Winters Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Winters Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winters Middle has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Winters Middle a charter school?

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

Is Winters Middle a Title I school?

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

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

66.6% of students at Winters 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Yolo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

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

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