Winchester Community High School is a public high school located in Winchester, Indiana, United States. The School serves the town of Winchester and surrounding area. In 2023 the student body was about 93 percent white and 4 percent hispanic.
Serving 408 students in grades 9-12, Winchester Community High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winchester Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Winchester Community High School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Winchester Community High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winchester Community High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#782 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winchester Community High School's ranking?
Winchester Community High School is ranked #782 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Winchester Community High School often compared to?
Winchester Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monroe Central Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winchester Community High School?
The graduation rate of Winchester Community High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Winchester Community High School?
408 students attend Winchester Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Winchester Community High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winchester Community High School?
Winchester Community High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Winchester Community High School offer ?
Winchester Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winchester Community High School part of?
Winchester Community High School is part of Randolph Central School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
yes i would recomend wchs because despite the normal high school drama, it is a wonderful school. the instructors take the time to work with the students
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