The Winston School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Yearly Tuition: $32,500
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Winston School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
Student Body

Academics and Faculty
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Extracurriculars
Animal Therapy Class, Basketball, Beauty and Makeup Club, Card Games, Ceramics, Drama Club, Garden Club, Reading Club, Softball, Walking Club, Warhammer
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Digital Media Class
School Notes
- Mission: The Winston School inspires hope and success in twice-exceptional bright, creative students who have struggled to realize their potential in a traditional school setting.
- We have a very low student/teacher ratio, which enables all students to learn in a way that meets their needs. We celebrate diversity, including a mix of San Diego students who learn in different ways and at different paces.
- We recognize that students have strengths, understanding, and passion in particular areas and know that students find some academic skills very challenging but maybe advanced in others.
- Our dedicated staff is certified to teach special education and respect that the student is the central actor in their own education. We encourage students to persevere, building persistence and resilience. We help to unlock student motivation and potential. We identify the needs and appropriate expectations of each student.
- We hold reasonable expectations that, despite learning differences, each student can and will grow academically, socially, emotionally and ethically and have a chance to attend college if offered a flexible approach.
- We ensure a safe, nurturing, patient, and calming community for learning.
- Our collaborative, supportive environment readily assists and celebrates student effort and achievement. We are an inclusive school that values students with different viewpoints and experiences.
- The Winston School's motto is "Never, never, never give up." Winston Churchill
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Winston School cost?
The Winston School's tuition is approximately $32,500 for private students and $3,160 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Winston School?
The acceptance rate of The Winston School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. The Winston School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
Does The Winston School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Winston School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does The Winston School offer?
The Winston School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Golf and Softball.
What is The Winston School's ranking?
The Winston School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for The Winston School?
The application deadline for The Winston School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
Endorse The Winston School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles


