For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 241 students in Winsted, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 145 private students). 62% 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 62% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Winsted, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winsted Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | 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
Gr: PK-4 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
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
Gr: PK | 28 students Minority enrollment: 7%
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?
62% 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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