Serving 654 students in grades 5-8, Winona Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winona Middle School's student population of 654 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winona Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winona Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1374 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
7%
12%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winona Middle School's ranking?
Winona Middle School is ranked #1374 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Winona Middle School?
654 students attend Winona Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Winona Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winona Middle School?
Winona Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winona Middle School offer ?
Winona Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Winona Middle School part of?
Winona Middle School is part of Winona Area Public School District.
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