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#199 of 3,190 schools in MI

Top 6% in state

Winchester Elementary School

Elementary School · Northville Public Schools

16141 WINCHESTER DR, Northville, MI 48168

Enrollment

481

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Northville

#4 of 10

public schools

Michigan elementary schools

#142 of 1,602

In district

#4 of 10

Northville Public Schools

Equity

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Winchester Elementary School

Winchester Elementary School serves 481 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Northville, Michigan. It earns a composite score of 8.9 out of 10 — rated Excellent — with both academic achievement and student growth sitting at 9.3. That pairing is meaningful.

Academic scores reflect how students perform against grade-level standards at a point in time. Growth scores measure how much students improve over the course of a year, regardless of starting point. A 9.3 on both signals a school where proficiency is high and gains continue accumulating — not a school where one metric papers over weakness in the other.

Statewide, that shows up in the rankings. Winchester places 117th among 3,190 public schools in Michigan, outperforming 96% of schools across the state. Narrowed to elementary schools, it ranks 98th out of 1,602.

Within Northville, it holds third place among the city's 10 public schools. The school operates at a 19.2-to-1 student-teacher ratio. As a regular public school, Winchester achieves these results with open enrollment and no selective admissions process — a meaningful data point for families comparing it to nearby alternatives.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.01 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.9%
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.8%
Math vs. State Avg+31 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+36.9 pts
Overall Proficiency76%
Expected (poverty-adj.)70%
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,372

Winchester Elementary School — Students at Winchester Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.0%
School
State
36.0%
ELA Proficiency 75.8%
School
State
43.4%

Based on 12 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
73.5%
ELA
78.7%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Winchester Elementary School Compares

See how Winchester Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
94th percentile in MI
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
9.3/10
Above average
Environment
5.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers

Location

16141 WINCHESTER DR, Northville, MI 48168

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winchester Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Randolph Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Livonia), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Silver Springs Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bird Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Northville, see our Northville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Northville 0.5 mi 5.2
Meads Mill Middle School Northville 0.6 mi 7.0
Farrand Elementary School Plymouth 0.9 mi 7.9
METROPOLITAN JUNIOR ACADEMY Plymouth 0.8 mi 7.5
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - NORTHVILLE Plymouth 1.0 mi
NEW MORNING SCHOOL Plymouth 1.2 mi 6.8
Hawthorn Center Northville 1.5 mi
Livonia Transition Program Livonia 1.8 mi
Silver Springs Elementary School Northville 2.1 mi 8.9
STEPPINGSTONE SCHOOL Plymouth 2.1 mi
Randolph Elementary School Livonia 1.9 mi 9.1
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Plymouth 2.3 mi 4.8
ROOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Plymouth 2.4 mi 6.4
PCCS Elementary Virtual Academy Plymouth 2.6 mi
PCCS Middle Virtual Academy Plymouth 2.6 mi 9.4
ST EDITH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Livonia 2.1 mi 4.9
Northville High School Northville 2.2 mi 7.4
Bird Elementary School Plymouth 2.6 mi 8.2
East Middle School Plymouth 2.9 mi 8.0
Holmes Middle School Livonia 2.2 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48168 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,671

Median Home Value

$546,300

Median Rent

$2,248/mo

Population

25,039

College Educated

71.7%

Homeownership

91.2%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

44.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Winchester Elementary School has a median household income of $173,671. It is a well-educated community where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $546,300, with a median rent of $2,248/month. The local poverty rate of 3.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Adams Elementary School Zeeland, MI 8.5
Amerman Elementary School Northville, MI 8.5
Bowen Elementary Grand Rapids, MI 8.5
Donald J Yacks Elem School Harrison Township, MI 8.5
Fennville Elementary School Fennville, MI 8.5
Hamilton Elementary School Troy, MI 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winchester Elementary School

What grades does Winchester Elementary School serve?

Winchester Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Winchester Elementary School?

Winchester Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winchester Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Winchester Elementary School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winchester Elementary School rank in MI?

Winchester Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 3,190 schools in MI.

What is Winchester Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Winchester Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Winchester Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Winchester Elementary School has 72.0% math proficiency and 75.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Winchester Elementary School a charter school?

No, Winchester Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Winchester Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Winchester Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winchester Elementary School?

6.4% of students at Winchester Elementary School 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (641/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Northville). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Northville Public Schools
District Enrollment
6,971
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,690
District Rank
#4 of 10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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