Serving 229 students in grades 9-12, West Central Area Secondary ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Central Area Secondary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Barrett, MN, covering approximately 463.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Central Area Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Central Area Secondary's student population of 229 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
West Central Area Secondary 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 Secondary is 0.20, 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
#763 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Area Secondary's ranking?
West Central Area Secondary is ranked #763 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Central Area Secondary?
The graduation rate of West Central Area Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Central Area Secondary?
229 students attend West Central Area Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Central Area Secondary students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Central Area Secondary?
West Central Area Secondary has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Central Area Secondary offer ?
West Central Area Secondary offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Central Area Secondary part of?
West Central Area Secondary is part of West Central Area School District.
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