For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 437 students in Winona, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 19 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Winona, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Winona, MO are Winona Elementary School and Winona High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winona, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Winona have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Winona, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winona Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8256 State Hwy 19
Winona, MO 65588
(573) 325-8101
Winona, MO 65588
(573) 325-8101
Gr: PK-8 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Winona High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8256 State Hwy 19
Winona, MO 65588
(573) 325-8101
Winona, MO 65588
(573) 325-8101
Gr: 9-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Winona, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Winona, MO include Winona Elementary School and Winona High School.
How many public schools are located in Winona?
2 public schools are located in Winona.
What percentage of students in Winona go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Winona are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Winona?
Winona public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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