Serving 99 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 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- 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
School Overview
West Education Center Alternative's student population of 99 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
99 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
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School Rankings
The diversity score of West Education Center Alternative is 0.69, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Black
50%
12%
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White
15%
60%
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Two or more races
16%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
11-19%
83.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
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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 83.3%.
How many students attend West Education Center Alternative?
99 students attend West Education Center Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Education Center Alternative students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Education Center Alternative?
West Education Center Alternative has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Education Center Alternative offer ?
West Education Center Alternative offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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