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Hlww Alternative Learning Program
High School · HOWARD LAKE-WAVERLY-WINSTED
PO BOX 708, Howard Lake, MN 55349
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Hlww Alternative Learning Program
Hlww Alternative Learning Program is a public high school in Howard Lake, MN, part of the HOWARD LAKE-WAVERLY-WINSTED. The school serves approximately 16 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $100,054, where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 16 students, Hlww Alternative Learning Program is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Hlww Alternative Learning Program offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Hlww Alternative Learning Program may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 16 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- PO BOX 708, Howard Lake, MN 55349
- Website
- hlww.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (320) 543-1122
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
PO BOX 708, Howard Lake, MN 55349
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hlww Alternative Learning Program may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VILLAGE RANCH ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM (rated 7.2/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Cokato). Another option is DASSEL-COKATO SENIOR HIGH (rated 6.7/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Cokato). Additionally, LESTER PRAIRIE SECONDARY (rated 6.0/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Lester Prairie). For more schools in Howard Lake, see our Howard Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEEKER-WRIGHT EARLY CHILDHOOD SP ED Howard Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| STEP TD PROGRAM Howard Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| JOURNEYS ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Howard Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| TREK PROGRAM Howard Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Howard Lake | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| HOWARD LAKE-WAVERLY-WINSTED SEC. Howard Lake | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted Middle Howard Lake | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| WINSTED ELEMENTARY Winsted | 6.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HOWARD LAKE WAVERLY WINSTED ECSE Winsted | 6.3 mi | — |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Winsted | 6.5 mi | 6.6 |
| VILLAGE RANCH ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Cokato | 4.7 mi | 7.2 |
| HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY Waverly | 4.8 mi | 5.0 |
| DASSEL-COKATO ALTERNATIVE CTR. Cokato | 5.8 mi | 5.1 |
| COKATO ELEMENTARY Cokato | 6.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Montrose Elementary School of Innov Montrose | 8.0 mi | 5.4 |
| DASSEL-COKATO SENIOR HIGH Cokato | 8.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DASSEL-COKATO MIDDLE Cokato | 8.1 mi | 7.7 |
| LESTER PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY Lester Prairie | 11.9 mi | 6.2 |
| LESTER PRAIRIE SECONDARY Lester Prairie | 11.9 mi | 6.0 |
| ST TIMOTHYS PARISH SCHOOL Maple Lake | 12.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55349 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,054
Median Home Value
$287,100
Median Rent
$952/mo
Population
3,555
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
46.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hlww Alternative Learning Program has a median household income of $100,054. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $287,100, with a median rent of $952/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 917 Riverside School Hastings, MN | — |
| AITKIN ALTERNATIVE LEARNING PROGRAM Aitkin, MN | — |
| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park, MN | — |
| Access Cottage Grove, MN | — |
| Alternative Learning Cooperative Henderson, MN | — |
| Anchor Columbia Heights, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hlww Alternative Learning Program
What grades does Hlww Alternative Learning Program serve?
Hlww Alternative Learning Program serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hlww Alternative Learning Program?
Hlww Alternative Learning Program has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hlww Alternative Learning Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Hlww Alternative Learning Program is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Hlww Alternative Learning Program?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hlww Alternative Learning Program has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Hlww Alternative Learning Program a charter school?
No, Hlww Alternative Learning Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hlww Alternative Learning Program a Title I school?
No, Hlww Alternative Learning Program is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hlww Alternative Learning Program?
62.5% of students at Hlww Alternative Learning Program qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (270/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Howard Lake). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 16
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Wright County
- Phone
- (320) 543-1122
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
HOWARD LAKE-WAVERLY-WINSTED- District Enrollment
- 1,310
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,431
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