For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 332 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 23% 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 Winthrop, MN (2026)
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) 207-2250
Winthrop, MN 55396
(507) 207-2250
Gr: 9-12 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
1001 N Cottonwood St
Winthrop, MN 55396
(507) 207-2251
Winthrop, MN 55396
(507) 207-2251
Gr: 5-8 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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 23% 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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