Serving 232 students in grades 5-8, Wca Middle School 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 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WCA 5-6 Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Barrett, MN, covering approximately 463.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wca Middle School's student population of 232 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wca Middle School 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 Wca Middle School is 0.12, 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
#594 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wca Middle School's ranking?
Wca Middle School is ranked #594 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Wca Middle School?
232 students attend Wca Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wca Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wca Middle School?
Wca Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wca Middle School offer ?
Wca Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wca Middle School part of?
Wca Middle School is part of West Central Area School District.
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