Serving 280 students in grades 7-8, Waseca Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waseca Junior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Waseca school district, covering approximately 155 square miles around Waseca, MN. Families typically experience a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 10 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waseca Junior High School's student population of 280 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Waseca Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waseca Junior High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1280 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
75%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waseca Junior High School's ranking?
Waseca Junior High School is ranked #1280 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Waseca Junior High School?
280 students attend Waseca Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Waseca Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waseca Junior High School?
Waseca Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waseca Junior High School offer ?
Waseca Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waseca Junior High School part of?
Waseca Junior High School is part of Waseca Public School District.
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