Serving 34 students in grades 4-12, West Central Academy-s 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Central Academy-s's student population of 34 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Central Academy-s 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 West Central Academy-s is 0.75, which is more 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
#673 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)
(20-21)≤20%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
21%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
12%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
21-39%
83.3%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
34%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Central Academy-s's ranking?
West Central Academy-s is ranked #673 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).
What is the graduation rate of West Central Academy-s?
The graduation rate of West Central Academy-s is 21-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend West Central Academy-s?
34 students attend West Central Academy-s.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of West Central Academy-s students are White, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 21% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Central Academy-s?
West Central Academy-s has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Central Academy-s offer ?
West Central Academy-s offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Central Academy-s part of?
West Central Academy-s is part of Moorhead Area School District.
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