For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,287 students in Esko, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in Esko, MN are Winterquist Elementary School and Lincoln Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Esko, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Esko have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 Esko, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winterquist Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2 E Highway 61
Esko, MN 55733
(218) 879-3361
Esko, MN 55733
(218) 879-3361
Gr: PK-6 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Secondary
(Math: 58% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2 E Highway 61
Esko, MN 55733
(218) 879-4673
Esko, MN 55733
(218) 879-4673
Gr: 7-12 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Esko, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Esko, MN include Winterquist Elementary School and Lincoln Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Esko?
2 public schools are located in Esko.
What is the racial composition of students in Esko?
Esko public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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