G.F.W. HIGH SCHOOL

G.F.W. HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the GFW Public Schools school district, located in WINTHROP, MN with about 245 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 20 teachers, G.F.W. HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

G.F.W. HIGH SCHOOL (Gibbon Fairfax Winthrop) is a public secondary school located in Winthrop, Minnesota, serving students in grades 7–12. As a central pillar of the GFW Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a comprehensive education that balances academic rigor with personal development. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a variety of core subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities aimed at fostering both intellectual growth and community engagement.

The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive, small-town atmosphere where students receive individualized attention from staff. By emphasizing values such as integrity, respect, and responsibility, G.F.W. HIGH SCHOOL works to cultivate a positive learning environment that connects classroom instruction with real-world application. Through its focus on athletics, arts, and student organizations, the school provides a well-rounded experience that encourages students to become active, productive members of the broader Minnesota community.

For more information, contact G.F.W. HIGH SCHOOL at (507) 647-5382 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.