Cotter Schools

Cotter Schools

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
1115 W Broadway St,  Winona, MN
3.9
3.2
457 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Pat Bowlin
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1300
Average ACT Score
25
Average GPA
3.65
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$18,000
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Boarding Program
Offers Boarding

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
C+
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.65
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
87
Full Time Teachers
87
Part Time Teachers
0
College Prep
Average SAT
1300
Math
670
Verbal
630
Average ACT
25
Math
25
English
25
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
86%
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
68%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
79.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
11.7%
Two or more races
5.3%
Hispanic
2.7%
Black
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#9 Best Boarding HS in Minnesota
#19 Best Catholic Schools in Minnesota
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 65 Students
Winona State University 38 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison 27 Students
University of St. Thomas - Minnesota 26 Students
University of Minnesota Duluth 25 Students
University of Iowa 18 Students
Minnesota State University, Mankato 17 Students
St. Olaf College 17 Students
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 16 Students
Gustavus Adolphus College 15 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 24 Students
Biology 19 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 17 Students
Psychology 15 Students
Nursing 13 Students
Computer Science 12 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 10 Students
Elementary Education 9 Students
Music Performance 9 Students
Environmental Science 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 76 Reviews
4.0 Freshman
2/11/2025
I think Cotter has a really good arts program, and our sports are fun, even if they're not the most competitive. Generally, I think our staff is really good, and school culture is generally positive. Maybe some diversity could be improved
5.0 Sophomore
2/11/2025
I feel like the school is a community that you feel safe in. The people are super nice and you feel comfortable around. I think that the food is probably the only problem.
5.0 Works Here
2/10/2025
What stands out to me most about Cotter is the community, since day one I have been welcomed and supported.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 7 Reviews
1.0 parent
6/26/2025
Much like the previous poster, my child also suffered from frequent, persistent bullying, including physical, mental/emotional, and sexual harassment. After frequent reports to faculty and staff, including from other students who witnessed this happening, there was no accountability or changes made....
1.0 parent
3/12/2025
My child has endured significant and persistent bullying at this school since he started despite it being reported many times. This includes two incidences of physical assault. One instance was witnessed by me and reported to the school. The other instance was witnessed by After Care staff who did n...
5.0 parent
8/13/2012
Cotter is an excellent school. The culture and atmosphere at Cotter is what seperates it from the public school system in Winona. Students learn integrity and honesty, in addition to solid academic programs. There are no locks on the lockers at Cotter because students wouldn't steal from one another...
2.0 parent
2/23/2011
Cotter's academics are absolutely no better than the Winona Senior High's. Especially when one considers the enormous tuition that parents are paying for. The arts department, aside from the fantastic band, lacks considerably to the Winona Senior High. The band department is certainly Cotter's crown...

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Cotter Schools is a private Catholic school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 1115 W Broadway St in Winona, in the Winona neighborhood. Annual tuition is $18,000. The school has a total enrollment of 457 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Cotter Schools has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+. The average GPA is 3.65, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1300 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $279,256. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hope Lutheran High School, Winona Senior High School, Winona Area Learning Center, and more. Learn more about what Winona has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Cotter Schools.

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