School Overview
Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted (HLWW) Middle School, located in Howard Lake, Minnesota, serves as a central hub for students in grades 5 through 8 within the HLWW School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school readiness. By focusing on both academic rigor and social-emotional growth, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of secondary education while encouraging them to develop into responsible, active members of their community.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, offering a curriculum that balances core subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies with elective opportunities. Beyond the classroom, HLWW Middle School encourages student participation in various extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs, which helps to build school spirit and personal character. With a dedicated faculty and a focus on small-town values, the school strives to maintain strong partnerships with families to ensure each student feels connected, challenged, and supported throughout their middle school years.
400
Total Students
21.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted Middle
Demographic Student Count
White363
Hispanic17
Black5
Asian1
Two or More13
American Indian1
  • White
    363 (90.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    17 (4.3 %)
  • Two or More
    13 (3.3 %)
  • Black
    5 (1.3 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: HOWARD LAKE-WAVERLY-WINSTED
Phone: (320)543-4660
Website: http://www.hlww.k12.mn.us/
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 400
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 21.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 90
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 29
Grades Taught
Grade 5 98
Grade 6 95
Grade 7 93
Grade 8 114

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 598
Grade 695
Grade 793
Grade 8114
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18847%
Male21253%