Washington–Kosciusko Elementary School is an elementary school in Winona, Minnesota, United States. Its building was constructed in 1934, the fourth of five new facilities built by Winona Public Schools in the early 20th century to implement progressive educational reforms.
Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Washington-kosciusko Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington-kosciusko Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
We Are Ready For You
School Rankings
Washington-kosciusko Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington-kosciusko Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1068 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
62%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington-kosciusko Elementary School's ranking?
Washington-kosciusko Elementary School is ranked #1068 out of 1,773 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Washington-kosciusko Elementary School?
269 students attend Washington-kosciusko Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Washington-kosciusko Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington-kosciusko Elementary School?
Washington-kosciusko Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington-kosciusko Elementary School offer ?
Washington-kosciusko Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington-kosciusko Elementary School part of?
Washington-kosciusko Elementary School is part of Winona Area Public School District.
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