WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ESKO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in ESKO, MN with about 705 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 36 teachers, WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY, located in Esko, Minnesota, serves as the primary elementary school for the Esko Public School District. As a key component of the district’s integrated K-12 campus, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and student well-being. It serves a close-knit community, leveraging its small-town atmosphere to maintain strong partnerships between educators, students, and families.

The school’s curriculum is designed to build a solid educational foundation while integrating modern technology and diverse instructional methods to meet the needs of all learners. Beyond standard academics, WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY emphasizes extracurricular engagement and social-emotional growth, aiming to prepare its students for success as they transition to the middle and high school levels within the Esko district. By focusing on both individual student achievement and community involvement, the school remains a cornerstone of the local Esko educational system.

For more information, contact WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY at (218) 879-3361 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.