For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 400 students in Winthrop, MN.
The top ranked public school in Winthrop, MN is Gfw High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winthrop, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Winthrop have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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 Winthrop, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gfw High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 N Cottonwood St
Winthrop, MN 55396
(507) 647-5382
Winthrop, MN 55396
(507) 647-5382
Gr: 9-12 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
1001 N Cottonwood St
Winthrop, MN 55396
(507) 647-5382
Winthrop, MN 55396
(507) 647-5382
Gr: 5-8 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Winthrop, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Winthrop, MN include Gfw High School.
How many public schools are located in Winthrop?
2 public schools are located in Winthrop.
What is the racial composition of students in Winthrop?
Winthrop public schools minority enrollment is 24% 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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