Serving 9 students in grades 7-12, West Academy 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 <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 58%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
West Academy's student population of 9 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Academy is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
22%
10%
Black
11%
12%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
26%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Academy?
The graduation rate of West Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 82%.
How many students attend West Academy?
9 students attend West Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of West Academy students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Black.
What grades does West Academy offer ?
West Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is West Academy part of?
West Academy is part of Intermediate School District 287.
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