HOUSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located at 306 W Elm St in Houston, Minnesota, the Houston Public School District is a fully operational, traditional public school system serving a vibrant student body from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Set within a rural distant setting in the broader La Crosse-Onalaska metropolitan area, the district oversees six operational schools that together educate 1,934 students. From foundational early childhood programs through comprehensive high school coursework, the district combines the close-knit atmosphere of its local community with a full-spectrum curriculum designed to prepare all learners for higher education and future careers.

A well-supported academic environment is central to the district's mission, backed by a robust team of more than 443 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes an impressive instructional workforce of approximately 286 full-time equivalent teachers, alongside specialized instructional aides and nearly 146 support personnel dedicated to student services, administration, and operations. For families, students, and educational researchers reviewing the 2024–2025 academic landscape, the Houston Public School District represents a stable, community-centered system committed to educational excellence. Further details regarding school programs and district news can be found on their official website at http://www.houston.k12.mn.us/ or by contacting the main office at (507) 896-5323.
6
Total Schools
1,934
Total Students
286.3
Full-Time Teachers
6.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HOUSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White1,319
Hispanic156
Black222
Asian35
Two or More169
American Indian32
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,319 (68.2%)
  • Black
    222 (11.5%)
  • Two or More
    169 (8.7%)
  • Hispanic
    156 (8.1%)
  • Asian
    35 (1.8%)
  • American Indian
    32 (1.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in HOUSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High3
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:6
Students:1,934*
Teachers (FTE):286.3*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.8
Schools in HOUSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 6 Schools