Below Average
#1768 of 1,992 schools in MN
Minnewaska Area Win Academy
School · MINNEWASKA SCHOOL DISTRICT
500 JOHN ST, Starbuck, MN 56381
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,768 of 1,992
In Starbuck
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
MINNEWASKA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Minnewaska Area Win Academy
School in Starbuck · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Minnewaska Area Win Academy
Minnewaska Area Win Academy is a public school in Starbuck, MN, part of MINNEWASKA SCHOOL DISTRICT. Minnewaska Area Win Academy serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 3.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Minnewaska Area Win Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,768 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Minnewaska Area Win Academy show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, Minnewaska Area Win Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Minnewaska Area Win Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 3.7:1 students to teachers, Minnewaska Area Win Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Minnewaska Area Win Academy — Students at Minnewaska Area Win Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Minnewaska Area Win Academy Compares
See how Minnewaska Area Win Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 JOHN ST, Starbuck, MN 56381
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minnewaska Area Win Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HANCOCK ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Hancock), which scores notably higher. Another option is HANCOCK SEC. (rated 8.5/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Hancock), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Starbuck, see our Starbuck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLACIAL HILLS ELEMENTARY Starbuck | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| MINNEWASKA SECONDARY Glenwood | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Minnewaska Area Intermediate School Glenwood | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MINNEWASKA AREA JUNIOR HIGH Glenwood | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| LAKE COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Starbuck | 8.2 mi | — |
| MINNEWASKA AREA ELEMENTARY Glenwood | 7.7 mi | 6.9 |
| MINNEWASKA EARLY CHILDHOOD SP.ED. Glenwood | 7.7 mi | 5.9 |
| WEST CENTRAL AREA S. EL. Kensington | 14.0 mi | 6.0 |
| HANCOCK ELEMENTARY Hancock | 14.6 mi | 9.0 |
| HANCOCK SEC. Hancock | 14.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Heartland Girls Ranch Benson | 20.1 mi | — |
| Alexandria Area High School Alexandria | 18.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Kalon Prep Academy Alexandria | 19.2 mi | 4.6 |
| BENSON SECONDARY Benson | 20.4 mi | 6.7 |
| BENSON AREA LEARNING CENTER Benson | 20.4 mi | — |
| NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY Benson | 20.5 mi | 5.1 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Alexandria | 19.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Lakes Country Academy - ALEX Fergus Falls | 20.2 mi | — |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Alexandria | 20.5 mi | 5.5 |
| WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexandria | 20.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56381 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,348
Median Home Value
$226,000
Median Rent
$866/mo
Population
2,371
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
81.9%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
48.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ZUMBRO ED. DIST. FUTURES/CHOICE Kasson, MN | 4.7 |
| PrairieCare Rochester, MN | 4.1 |
| 917 TEA Apple Valley, MN | 4.8 |
| ONESCHOOL GLOBAL, NA Saint Vincent, MN | 4.8 |
| STERLING NORTH - PEMBINA CAMPUS Saint Vincent, MN | 4.8 |
| FUTURES PROGRAM North Mankato, MN | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minnewaska Area Win Academy
What grades does Minnewaska Area Win Academy serve?
Minnewaska Area Win Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Minnewaska Area Win Academy?
Minnewaska Area Win Academy has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minnewaska Area Win Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Minnewaska Area Win Academy is 3.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Minnewaska Area Win Academy rank in MN?
Minnewaska Area Win Academy ranks #1,768 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Minnewaska Area Win Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Minnewaska Area Win Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Minnewaska Area Win Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Minnewaska Area Win Academy has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Minnewaska Area Win Academy a charter school?
No, Minnewaska Area Win Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Minnewaska Area Win Academy a Title I school?
No, Minnewaska Area Win Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Minnewaska Area Win Academy?
70.7% of students at Minnewaska Area Win Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pope County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 87.8%
- Phone
- (320) 239-2257
Resources & Links
District
MINNEWASKA SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,345
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,986
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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