Located in the heart of beautiful Del Mar, the Winston School is an exceptional learning institution serving a modest population of about 100 students in sixth through twelve grades. It was originally founded by a passionate group of physicians, parents and educators. Designed as a college preparatory school, Winston’s curriculum caters to students with varying learning challenges with the goal of meeting each students’ individual needs so they may thrive and succeed in future academic endeavors.
The school offers a wonderful balance of academics, athletics and learning-based activity programs. Additionally, the school offers educational support services ranging from occupational therapy, speech therapy, therapy animals and counseling, all included in the student’s tuition.
The program is recognized nationally as an example of a cutting edge, creative model that has yielded tremendous success for its students and parents. Winston strives to enhance the everyday quality of life for its students with an emphasis on academic success. They boast an astounding matriculation rate of 95% for their graduating students to two- and four-year colleges.
Winston is a truly unique and exceptional option for non-traditional learners.
Winston School
Private Middle, High School
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Grade 6-12
215 9th St,
Del Mar, CA
School Details
Students
92
Head of School
Dena Harris
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Average GPA
3.76
Annual Tuition
$34,800
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.76
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers
21
Full Time Teachers
21
Part Time Teachers
0
College Prep
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
35%
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Male
61.6%
Female
38.4%
White
57%
Hispanic
16.3%
Asian
10.5%
Black
10.5%
Two or more races
2.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.3%
Native American
1.2%
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
San Diego State University
3 Students
Grossmont College
3 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
2 Students
Oregon State University
2 Students
Southwestern College - California
2 Students
California State Polytechnic University - Humboldt
2 Students
Palomar College
2 Students
Arizona State University
1 Students
Biola University
1 Students
American River College
1 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Computer Science
4 Students
Psychology
2 Students
Political Science and Government
2 Students
Graphic Design
2 Students
Biology
1 Students
Computer Software Engineering
1 Students
Marine Biology and Oceanography
1 Students
Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects
1 Students
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies
1 Students
Fire Protection and Prevention
1 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/3/2020
My son was struggling in public school & falling through the cracks. He hated school. When he started in 5th grade, he said the best thing about Winston was that "I don't feel stupid like I always did (at his public school). The teachers and administrators are amazing. They see my son (now finishing 9th) as a whole, with everyone coordinating to provide him with the best education possible. He is not a typical kid and he frequently got the message in many areas of his life (especially school) that he is not okay as he is. At Winston, however, they see through the bluster. They don't just accept or tolerate him, they appreciate him for who he is. Probably more importantly, they help him to appreciate himself for who he is.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/15/2025
Students are being taught NOTHING, and are given passing grades + diplomas. Genuinely, it needs to be investigated how academically neglectful this school is. I am a senior capable of about middle school math. If someone had ACTUALLY taught me in a way that works for my autism, I'd be ready for life...
8/31/2024
I enrolled my child in the Winston School because of their reputation for academics (A-G approved classes!) and transition program (Life skills! Internships! College readiness!). They said they would tailor their instruction to my student’s unique strengths and learning disabilities. Instead, my chi...
3/25/2023
Going on our 3rd year at The Winston School has been a tremendous experience for our child with ASD and learning challenges. We have been in many different schools and finally found one that acknowledges differences and celebrates them while providing strong resources and helping the student hone in...
11/10/2022
We registered our child at Winston with the hope that they would live up to what they advertise themselves for, i.e., being the only non-public school addressing learning differences. Truth is that they have no clue as to how to address learning differences. 1) The level of academics is extremely lo...
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$814K - $26.3M
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59
Average Home Value
$3,874,975
Median Lot Size
8,276 Sq Ft
% Renters
44%
Average Household Income
$195,339
% of College Grads
83%
Median Age
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Average House Size
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Winston School is a private school for students in grades 6-12 located at 215 9th St in Del Mar, in the Del Mar neighborhood. Annual tuition is $34,800. The school has a total enrollment of 92 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. The average GPA is 3.76. The average home value in this area is $3,874,975. Discover additional schools in the area, like San Diego Jewish Academy, Santa Fe Christian Schools, Torrey Pines High School, and more. Learn more about what Del Mar has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Winston School.