Winona Senior High School is a publicly funded high school in Winona, in Winona County, which is located in southeastern Minnesota in the United States. The high school has a population of over 800 students in grades 9–12. The school's mascot is Herky the Winhawk. The school is part of the Winona Area Public Schools.
Serving 849 students in grades 9-12, Winona Senior High 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winona Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Winona Senior High School's student population of 849 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
849 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire curiosity, empower resiliency, engage community
School Rankings
Winona Senior High 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 Winona Senior High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#950 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
78%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Herky
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winona Senior High School's ranking?
Winona Senior High School is ranked #950 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Winona Senior High School often compared to?
Winona Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Charles Secondary, Winona Area Learning Center, Lewiston-altura Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winona Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Winona Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Winona Senior High School?
849 students attend Winona Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Winona Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winona Senior High School?
Winona Senior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winona Senior High School offer ?
Winona Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winona Senior High School part of?
Winona Senior High School is part of Winona Area Public School District.
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