For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 222 students in Winsted, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 145 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in Winsted, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in Winsted, MN is Winsted Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winsted, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Winsted have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Winsted, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Winsted Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
431 4th St N
Winsted, MN 55395
(320) 543-4690
Winsted, MN 55395
(320) 543-4690
Grades: PK-4
| 199 students
Rank: n/an/a
Howard Lake Waverly Winsted Ecse
Special Education School
431 4th St N
Winsted, MN 55395
(320) 543-4690
Winsted, MN 55395
(320) 543-4690
Grades: PK
| 23 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Winsted, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Winsted, MN include Winsted Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Winsted?
2 public schools are located in Winsted.
What percentage of students in Winsted go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in Winsted are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Winsted?
Winsted public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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