Best 55987 Minnesota Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 1,798 students in 55987, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55987, MN are Goodview Elementary School, Bluffview Montessori and Winona Area Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55987 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55987, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55987, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goodview Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5100 W 9th St
Winona, MN 55987
(507) 494-2400
Gr: PK-4 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Bluffview Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1321 Gilmore Ave
Winona, MN 55987
(507) 452-2807
Gr: K-8 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Winona Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1299 West 3rd St
Winona, MN 55987
(507) 494-1461
Gr: 5-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1268 W 5th St
Winona, MN 55987
(507) 494-2000
Gr: K-4 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Riverway Learning Community Charter
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 Storrs Pond Road
Winona, MN 55987
(507) 474-6120
Gr: PK-6 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Washington-kosciusko Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
365 Mankato Ave
Winona, MN 55987
(507) 494-2100
Gr: PK-4 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Sail Program
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
51 Red School Ln
Winona, MN 55987
(507) 474-6882
Gr: PK-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
Winona Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1570 Homer Rd
Winona, MN 55987
(507) 494-1000
Gr: 5-8 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55987, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55987, MN include Goodview Elementary School, Bluffview Montessori and Winona Area Learning Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55987?
8 public elementary schools are located in 55987.
What is the racial composition of students in 55987?
55987 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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