Waseca Area Learning Center serves 75 students in grades 7-12.
Waseca Area Learning Center placed in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waseca Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Waseca Area Learning Center's student population of 75 students has grown by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waseca Area Learning Center is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Waseca Area Learning Center is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#696 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
23%
10%
Black
6%
12%
White
63%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waseca Area Learning Center's ranking?
Waseca Area Learning Center is ranked #696 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waseca Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Waseca Area Learning Center is 20-29%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Waseca Area Learning Center?
75 students attend Waseca Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Waseca Area Learning Center students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waseca Area Learning Center?
Waseca Area Learning Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waseca Area Learning Center offer ?
Waseca Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Waseca Area Learning Center part of?
Waseca Area Learning Center is part of Waseca Public School District.
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