Serving 286 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 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 286 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington-kosciusko Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington-kosciusko Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1201 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
10%
12%
White
65%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington-kosciusko Elementary School's ranking?
Washington-kosciusko Elementary School is ranked #1201 out of 1,860 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% 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?
286 students attend Washington-kosciusko Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Washington-kosciusko Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% 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 14:1.
What grades does Washington-kosciusko Elementary School offer ?
Washington-kosciusko Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
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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