Serving 21 students in grades 6-12, West Central Area Learning Center 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 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Central Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West Central Area Learning Center's student population of 21 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Central Area Learning Center 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 Area Learning Center is 0.47, 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
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
<50%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impacted4.8%
21.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-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 West Central Area Learning Center's ranking?
West Central Area Learning Center 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 Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of West Central Area Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend West Central Area Learning Center?
21 students attend West Central Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of West Central Area Learning Center students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Central Area Learning Center?
West Central Area Learning Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Central Area Learning Center offer ?
West Central Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Central Area Learning Center part of?
West Central Area Learning Center is part of West Central Education School District.
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