Winchester city Schools & Education
Winchester city, Virginia
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
57/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
89.4%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
89.4%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,170
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,941
School Score
57/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#49
of 127 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Winchester city
Measured School Summary
Winchester city performs at an average level with a school score of 57/100 and a solid graduation rate of 89.4%.
Funding Context
Winchester city spends $8,170 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 5% above the Virginia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 3% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Winchester city before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
8 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
57/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #49 of 127 Virginia counties with school score data.
Completion
89.4%
0.4 pts above the state average
Funding context
$8,170
$229 above the state average
School coverage
8
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Winchester city has 8 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Winchester city school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Winchester city has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#49
of 127 Virginia counties with school score data. The county score is 3 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Winchester City Public Schools
Elementary to high school visible
4,268 students
7 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Winchester City Public Schools is the largest listed district slice, with 7 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Winchester city?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Winchester city, Virginia
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
An Active Urban Education Hub
Winchester City manages 5,071 students across eight public schools, providing a robust urban educational infrastructure. The city features four elementary schools, three middle schools, and one high school. This system serves as the primary academic engine for the city's diverse residential neighborhoods.
Winchester City Public Schools Lead the Way
Winchester City Public Schools is the dominant district, managing seven schools and 4,268 of the city's students. While there are no charter schools, the district offers a range of traditional programs from primary to secondary levels. The presence of Frederick County's James Wood Middle within city data highlights the area's role as a regional school hub.
The Pulse of City-Centered Learning
All eight schools are located in city locales, with an average enrollment of 634 students per campus. John Handley High is the largest and most iconic school with 1,384 students, while John Kerr Elementary provides a smaller environment for 526 children. Education here is defined by larger, vibrant campuses and an active urban atmosphere.
School Overview
Total Schools
8
in Winchester city
Reported Enrollment
5,071
8 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Winchester city
8 Public Schools in Winchester city
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 8 of 8 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JOHN HANDLEY HIGH | Profile | Winchester City Public Schools | Winchester, 22604City: Small | 9–12 | High | 1,384 |
| JAMES WOOD MIDDLE | Record | Frederick County Public Schools | Winchester, 22601City: Small | 6–8 | Middle | 803 |
| DANIEL MORGAN INTERMEDIATE | Record | Winchester City Public Schools | Winchester, 22601City: Small | 5–6 | Middle | 615 |
| DANIEL MORGAN MIDDLE | Record | Winchester City Public Schools | Winchester, 22601City: Small | 7–8 | Middle | 613 |
| John Kerr Elementary | Record | Winchester City Public Schools | Winchester, 22601City: Small | PK–4 | Primary | 526 |
| Virginia Avenue Charlotte Dehart Elementary | Record | Winchester City Public Schools | Winchester, 22601City: Small | PK–4 | Primary | 441 |
| Garland R. Quarles Elementary | Record | Winchester City Public Schools | Winchester, 22601City: Small | PK–4 | Primary | 364 |
| Frederick Douglass Elementary | Record | Winchester City Public Schools | Winchester, 22601City: Small | PK–4 | Primary | 325 |
JOHN HANDLEY HIGH
Winchester City Public Schools
Winchester, 22604 / City: Small
JAMES WOOD MIDDLE
Frederick County Public Schools
Winchester, 22601 / City: Small
DANIEL MORGAN INTERMEDIATE
Winchester City Public Schools
Winchester, 22601 / City: Small
DANIEL MORGAN MIDDLE
Winchester City Public Schools
Winchester, 22601 / City: Small
John Kerr Elementary
Winchester City Public Schools
Winchester, 22601 / City: Small
Virginia Avenue Charlotte Dehart Elementary
Winchester City Public Schools
Winchester, 22601 / City: Small
Garland R. Quarles Elementary
Winchester City Public Schools
Winchester, 22601 / City: Small
Frederick Douglass Elementary
Winchester City Public Schools
Winchester, 22601 / City: Small
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,170
State avg $7,941
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Schools in Winchester city, Virginia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Winchester city, Virginia?
Winchester City manages 5,071 students across eight public schools, providing a robust urban educational infrastructure. The city features four elementary schools, three middle schools, and one high school. This system serves as the primary academic engine for the city's diverse residential neighborhoods.
What are the major school districts in Winchester city, Virginia?
Winchester City Public Schools is the dominant district, managing seven schools and 4,268 of the city's students. While there are no charter schools, the district offers a range of traditional programs from primary to secondary levels. The presence of Frederick County's James Wood Middle within city data highlights the area's role as a regional school hub.
What is the school experience like in Winchester city?
All eight schools are located in city locales, with an average enrollment of 634 students per campus. John Handley High is the largest and most iconic school with 1,384 students, while John Kerr Elementary provides a smaller environment for 526 children. Education here is defined by larger, vibrant campuses and an active urban atmosphere.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.