Serving 29 students in grades 6-12, West Central Area Learning Center 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 56%). 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
West Central Area Learning Center's student population of 29 students has declined by 14% 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
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Central Area Learning Center is 0.44, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% 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 21-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Central Area Learning Center?
29 students attend West Central Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West Central Area Learning Center students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 7% 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 7:1, 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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