Serving 638 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Winchell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winchell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Winchell Elementary School's student population of 638 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winchell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winchell Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6893 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winchell Elementary School's ranking?
Winchell Elementary School is ranked #6893 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Winchell Elementary School?
638 students attend Winchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Winchell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winchell Elementary School?
Winchell Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Winchell Elementary School offer ?
Winchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Winchell Elementary School part of?
Winchell Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Winchell Elementary School located?
Winchell Elementary School is located in the Roosevelt neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 32 other public schools located in Roosevelt.
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