Excellent
#11 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 1% in state
Windom Area Elementary
Elementary School · WINDOM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 177, Windom, MN 56101
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#11 of 1,992
In Windom
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
WINDOM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Windom Area Elementary
Windom Area Elementary is a public elementary school in Windom, MN, part of WINDOM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Windom Area Elementary serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Windom Area Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Windom Area Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Windom Area Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Windom Area Elementary — Students at Windom Area Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Windom Area Elementary Compares
See how Windom Area Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 177, Windom, MN 56101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Windom Area Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COMFREY ELEMENTARY (rated 6.4/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Comfrey), a more accessible option. Another option is HERON LAKE-OKABENA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Heron Lake), a more accessible option. Additionally, RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.0/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Jackson), a more accessible option. For more schools in Windom, see our Windom schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WINDOM SENIOR HIGH Windom | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WINDOM MIDDLE Windom | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| SWWC ELC - Windom Windom | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| SWWC ALC - Windom Windom | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Windom | 1.1 mi | — |
| NEUHOF SCHOOL Mountain Lake | 9.8 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakefield | 13.6 mi | 5.3 |
| HERON LAKE-OKABENA ELEMENTARY Heron Lake | 10.9 mi | 6.2 |
| PLEASANTVIEW ELEMENTARY Lakefield | 14.0 mi | 4.9 |
| JACKSON COUNTY CENTRAL MIDDLE Lakefield | 14.0 mi | 5.7 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mountain Lake | 10.9 mi | 8.1 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE SECONDARY Mountain Lake | 11.0 mi | 8.7 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE ELEMENTARY Mountain Lake | 11.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Heron Lake-Okabena Secondary Okabena | 13.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Okabena | 13.3 mi | — |
| ELMENDORF CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mountain Lake | 12.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Jackson County Central Senior High Jackson | 18.5 mi | 6.1 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Jackson | 18.6 mi | 6.0 |
| COMFREY ELEMENTARY Comfrey | 19.5 mi | 6.4 |
| COMFREY SECONDARY Comfrey | 19.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,354
Median Home Value
$171,900
Median Rent
$777/mo
Population
6,081
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
74.2%
Avg Commute
14.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
41.3
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| BANCROFT ELEMENTARY Minneapolis, MN | 9.3 |
| Lk Crystal Wellcome Memorial El Lake Crystal, MN | 9.3 |
| CHATFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chatfield, MN | 9.2 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY Mankato, MN | 9.2 |
| JIE MING MANDARIN IMMERSION ACADEMY Saint Paul, MN | 9.2 |
| KENNY ELEMENTARY Minneapolis, MN | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Windom Area Elementary
What grades does Windom Area Elementary serve?
Windom Area Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Windom Area Elementary?
Windom Area Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Windom Area Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Windom Area Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Windom Area Elementary rank in MN?
Windom Area Elementary ranks #11 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Windom Area Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Windom Area Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Windom Area Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Windom Area Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Windom Area Elementary a charter school?
No, Windom Area Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Windom Area Elementary a Title I school?
No, Windom Area Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windom Area Elementary?
57.7% of students at Windom Area Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cottonwood County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (507) 831-6925
Resources & Links
District
WINDOM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,150
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,801
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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