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Winchester Elementary School

28751 Winchester Rd.
Winchester, CA 92596
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 595 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Winchester 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 595 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50% in CA
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Winchester Elementary School's student population of 595 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Embrace • Educate • Empower

School Rankings

Winchester Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winchester Elementary School is 0.42, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#6410 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
21%
34%
34%
47%
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Winchester Elementary School's ranking?
Winchester Elementary School is ranked #6410 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Winchester Elementary School often compared to?
Winchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Temecula Preparatory, Susan La Vorgna Elementary School, Harmony Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Winchester Elementary School?
595 students attend Winchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Winchester Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winchester Elementary School?
Winchester Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Winchester Elementary School offer ?
Winchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Winchester Elementary School part of?
Winchester Elementary School is part of Hemet Unified School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Seriously underrated!! This school has been great for our daughter and son. The teachers are great and very involved. This school''s quality is only going to improve as the path of progress in Winchester/Hemet continues to attract new families who want to be homeowners in the area! Don't let the rating fool you, Winchester Elementary is a solid, clean, and happy place for your kids.
- Posted by Parent - Jason

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 595 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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