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#1307 of 1,992 schools in MN
Winona Middle
Middle School · WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1570 HOMER RD, Winona, MN 55987
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,307 of 1,992
In Winona
#9 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Winona Middle
Winona Middle is a public middle school in Winona, MN, part of WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Winona Middle serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Winona Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,307 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Winona Middle show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MN avg 5.8
Score Breakdown
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Winona Middle — Students at Winona Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
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: 4.6/10.
How Winona Middle Compares
See how Winona Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1570 HOMER RD, Winona, MN 55987
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winona Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Riverway Learning Community Charter (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIDGEWAY COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Trempealeau Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Trempealeau), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winona, see our Winona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HVED ECSE Winona | 0.1 mi | — |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY Winona | 0.2 mi | — |
| RIVERWAY SECONDARY Winona | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Riverway Learning Community Charter Winona | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| RIVER VALLEY ACADEMY ALC Winona | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| WASHINGTON-KOSCIUSKO ELEMENTARY Winona | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MARTIN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Winona | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Winona | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Winona | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WINONA SENIOR HIGH Winona | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| WINONA EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED. Winona | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| COTTER SCHOOLS Winona | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BLUFFVIEW MONTESSORI Winona | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Winona | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| COTTER SCHOOLS-ST. MARYS CAMPUS Winona | 3.7 mi | 4.5 |
| WINONA AREA LEARNING CENTER Winona | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| GOODVIEW ELEMENTARY Winona | 5.7 mi | 6.2 |
| RIDGEWAY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Houston | 7.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Trempealeau Elementary Trempealeau | 8.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dakota | 11.9 mi | 5.5 |
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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| Hmong College Prep Academy MS Saint Paul, MN | 5.7 |
| PEQUOT LAKES MIDDLE Pequot Lakes, MN | 5.7 |
| VALLEY VIEW MIDDLE Bloomington, MN | 5.7 |
| CLOQUET MIDDLE Cloquet, MN | 5.8 |
| Hopkins North Middle School Minnetonka, MN | 5.8 |
| ISANTI MIDDLE SCHOOL Isanti, MN | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winona Middle
What grades does Winona Middle serve?
Winona Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Winona Middle?
Winona Middle has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winona Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Winona Middle is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winona Middle rank in MN?
Winona Middle ranks #1,307 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Winona Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Winona Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Winona Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winona Middle has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Winona Middle a charter school?
No, Winona Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winona Middle a Title I school?
No, Winona Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winona Middle?
49.8% of students at Winona 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 637
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Winona County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (507) 494-1000
Resources & Links
District
WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,433
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,413
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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