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#265 of 319 private schools in MN
Cotter Schools
School
1115 W BROADWAY ST, Winona, MN 55987
Enrollment
898
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
898
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#265 of 319
In Winona
#4 of 5
public schools
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Cotter Schools
School in Winona · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cotter Schools
Cotter Schools is a private school in Winona, MN. Cotter Schools serves approximately 898 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cotter Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cotter Schools is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Cotter Schools compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Winona, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cotter Schools (this school) | 5.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| WINONA AREA LEARNING CENTER | 7.0 |
| WINONA EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED. | 5.9 |
| BLUFFVIEW MONTESSORI | 7.6 |
| WINONA SENIOR HIGH | 5.8 |
| GOODVIEW ELEMENTARY | 6.2 |
| WASHINGTON-KOSCIUSKO ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| RIVER VALLEY ACADEMY ALC | 6.0 |
| Riverway Learning Community Charter | 8.4 |
| RIVERWAY SECONDARY | 5.8 |
| WINONA MIDDLE | 5.7 |
| HVED ECSE | — |
| SAIL PROGRAM | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1115 W BROADWAY ST, Winona, MN 55987
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cotter Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. Riverway Learning Community Charter (rated 8.4/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIDGEWAY COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLUFFVIEW MONTESSORI (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winona, see our Winona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Winona | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| COTTER SCHOOLS-ST. MARYS CAMPUS Winona | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| WINONA AREA LEARNING CENTER Winona | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| WINONA EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED. Winona | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BLUFFVIEW MONTESSORI Winona | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| WINONA SENIOR HIGH Winona | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Winona | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Winona | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARTIN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Winona | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| GOODVIEW ELEMENTARY Winona | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| WASHINGTON-KOSCIUSKO ELEMENTARY Winona | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| RIVER VALLEY ACADEMY ALC Winona | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| RIVERWAY SECONDARY Winona | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Riverway Learning Community Charter Winona | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY Winona | 3.5 mi | — |
| WINONA MIDDLE Winona | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| HVED ECSE Winona | 3.6 mi | — |
| Rollingstone Community School Rollingstone | 8.3 mi | 6.3 |
| RIDGEWAY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Houston | 10.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Cochrane-Fountain City Elementary Fountain City | 11.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55987 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,171
Median Home Value
$211,400
Median Rent
$856/mo
Population
33,911
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
15 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
34.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn Park, MN | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cotter Schools
What grades does Cotter Schools serve?
Cotter Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Cotter Schools?
Cotter Schools has an enrollment of approximately 898 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cotter Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Cotter Schools is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cotter Schools rank in MN?
Cotter Schools ranks #265 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Cotter Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Cotter Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cotter Schools a private school?
Yes, Cotter Schools is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cotter Schools a religious school?
Cotter Schools has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 898
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Winona County
- Phone
- (507) 453-5017
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