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Windom Middle
Middle School · WINDOM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 177, Windom, MN 56101
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,247 of 1,992
In Windom
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
WINDOM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Windom Middle
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About Windom Middle
Windom Middle is a public middle school in Windom, MN, part of WINDOM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Windom Middle serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Windom Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,247 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Windom Middle show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Windom Middle 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 Middle — Students at Windom Middle score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.4%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.2/10.
How Windom Middle Compares
See how Windom Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 177, Windom, MN 56101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Windom Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Windom Area Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUNTAIN LAKE SECONDARY (rated 8.7/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOUNTAIN LAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Windom, see our Windom schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WINDOM SENIOR HIGH Windom | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Windom Area Elementary Windom | 0.2 mi | 9.3 |
| SWWC ELC - Windom Windom | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| SWWC ALC - Windom Windom | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Windom | 1.3 mi | — |
| NEUHOF SCHOOL Mountain Lake | 9.9 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakefield | 13.6 mi | 5.3 |
| HERON LAKE-OKABENA ELEMENTARY Heron Lake | 10.7 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 | 11.1 mi | 8.1 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE SECONDARY Mountain Lake | 11.1 mi | 8.7 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE ELEMENTARY Mountain Lake | 11.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Heron Lake-Okabena Secondary Okabena | 13.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Okabena | 13.2 mi | — |
| ELMENDORF CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mountain Lake | 12.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Jackson County Central Senior High Jackson | 18.5 mi | 6.1 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Jackson | 18.7 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Parnassus Preparatory School-Logic Maple Grove, MN | 5.8 |
| Red Lake Middle School Red Lake, MN | 5.8 |
| Anwatin Middle Minneapolis, MN | 5.7 |
| JACKSON COUNTY CENTRAL MIDDLE Lakefield, MN | 5.7 |
| MN International Middle Chr School Minneapolis, MN | 5.7 |
| ANNANDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Annandale, MN | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Windom Middle
What grades does Windom Middle serve?
Windom Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Windom Middle?
Windom Middle has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Windom Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Windom Middle is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Windom Middle rank in MN?
Windom Middle ranks #1,247 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Windom Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Windom Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Windom Middle has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Windom Middle a charter school?
No, Windom Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Windom Middle a Title I school?
No, Windom Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windom Middle?
51.4% of students at Windom Middle 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cottonwood County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.9%
- Phone
- (507) 831-6910
Resources & Links
District
WINDOM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,150
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,801
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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