Serving 3 students in grades 7-8, Waseca Middle Level Alc ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 3 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waseca Middle Level Alc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waseca Middle Level Alc's student population of 3 students has declined by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Think Blue. Achieve Gold!
School Rankings
Waseca Middle Level Alc ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waseca Middle Level Alc is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#634 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
33%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
42%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
25%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waseca Middle Level Alc's ranking?
Waseca Middle Level Alc is ranked #634 out of 1,773 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 46% MN state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Waseca Middle Level Alc?
3 students attend Waseca Middle Level Alc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Waseca Middle Level Alc students are White, and 33% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Waseca Middle Level Alc offer ?
Waseca Middle Level Alc offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waseca Middle Level Alc part of?
Waseca Middle Level Alc is part of Waseca Public School District.
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