Serving 39 students in grades 7-12, West Education Center Alternative 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 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Education Center Alternative ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Education Center Alternative's student population of 39 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Education Center Alternative is 0.72, which is more 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)
(17-18)<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
26%
10%
Black
33%
12%
White
33%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 58% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Education Center Alternative?
The graduation rate of West Education Center Alternative is 11-19%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Education Center Alternative?
39 students attend West Education Center Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of West Education Center Alternative students are White, 33% of students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Education Center Alternative?
West Education Center Alternative has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Education Center Alternative offer ?
West Education Center Alternative offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is West Education Center Alternative part of?
West Education Center Alternative is part of Intermediate School District 287.
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