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Winona Senior High

High School · WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

901 GILMORE AVE, Winona, MN 55987

Enrollment

859

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,248 of 1,992

In Winona

#8 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Winona Senior High

5.8/10

High School in Winona · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Winona Senior High

Winona Senior High is a public high school in Winona, MN, part of WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Winona Senior High serves approximately 859 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Winona Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,248 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Winona Senior High show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Winona Senior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
College Readiness6.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation21.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,413
Chronic Absenteeism33.8%

Winona Senior High — Students at Winona Senior High score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
36%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
35%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
28%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
52%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Winona Senior High Compares

See how Winona Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
37th percentile in MN
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
21.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·53 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

901 GILMORE AVE, Winona, MN 55987

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winona Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HOPE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WINONA AREA LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVER VALLEY ACADEMY ALC (rated 6.0/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Winona, see our Winona schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.6 mi
School Distance Rating
WINONA EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED. Winona 0.1 mi 5.9
COTTER SCHOOLS Winona 0.5 mi 5.0
ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Winona 0.5 mi 5.7
BLUFFVIEW MONTESSORI Winona 0.5 mi 7.6
COTTER SCHOOLS-ST. MARYS CAMPUS Winona 0.7 mi 4.5
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Winona 0.7 mi 5.3
WINONA AREA LEARNING CENTER Winona 0.8 mi 7.0
ST MARTIN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Winona 1.6 mi 5.3
HOPE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Winona 1.6 mi 7.4
WASHINGTON-KOSCIUSKO ELEMENTARY Winona 2.1 mi 5.3
RIVER VALLEY ACADEMY ALC Winona 2.7 mi 6.0
GOODVIEW ELEMENTARY Winona 2.6 mi 6.2
RIVERWAY SECONDARY Winona 2.8 mi 5.8
Riverway Learning Community Charter Winona 2.8 mi 8.4
ANCHOR ACADEMY Winona 3.1 mi
WINONA MIDDLE Winona 3.1 mi 5.7
HVED ECSE Winona 3.2 mi
RIDGEWAY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Houston 10.3 mi 8.3
Rollingstone Community School Rollingstone 8.7 mi 6.3
Cochrane-Fountain City Elementary Fountain City 11.6 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winona Senior High

What grades does Winona Senior High serve?

Winona Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Winona Senior High?

Winona Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 859 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winona Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Winona Senior High is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winona Senior High rank in MN?

Winona Senior High ranks #1,248 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Winona Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Winona Senior High 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 Winona Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winona Senior High has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Winona Senior High a charter school?

No, Winona Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Winona Senior High a Title I school?

No, Winona Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winona Senior High?

35.7% of students at Winona Senior High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Winona County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.8%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,433
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,413
District Rank
#4 of 7

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