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#1244 of 1,992 schools in MN
Waconia Learning Center
High School · WACONIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
504 INDUSTRIAL BLVD, Waconia, MN 55387
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,244 of 1,992
In Waconia
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
WACONIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Waconia Learning Center
Waconia Learning Center is a public high school in Waconia, MN, part of WACONIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Waconia Learning Center serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Waconia Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,244 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Waconia Learning Center show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Waconia Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Waconia Learning Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Waconia Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Waconia Learning Center — Students at Waconia Learning Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 17 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: 9.6/10.
How Waconia Learning Center Compares
See how Waconia Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
504 INDUSTRIAL BLVD, Waconia, MN 55387
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waconia Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MAYER LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Mayer), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Waconia High School (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.7/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Norwood Young America), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Waconia, see our Waconia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Waconia High School Waconia | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Waconia Middle School Waconia | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Waconia | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| TRANSITIONS 110 Waconia | 1.5 mi | — |
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY Waconia | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| SOUTHVIEW ELEMENTARY Waconia | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waconia | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waconia | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Laketown Elementary Waconia | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MAYER LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Mayer | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mayer | 4.7 mi | 4.2 |
| COLOGNE ACADEMY Cologne | 5.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Cologne Academy Online Cologne | 5.5 mi | — |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cologne | 6.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOHN S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Young America | 5.8 mi | 5.9 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Norwood Young America | 6.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH Norwood Young America | 6.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Norwood Young America | 6.5 mi | 7.5 |
| CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown | 8.3 mi | 4.3 |
| WATERTOWN-MAYER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 8.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55387 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,279
Median Home Value
$418,600
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
14,697
College Educated
49.2%
Homeownership
82.6%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HERMAN SECONDARY Herman, MN | 5.8 |
| Riverside Academy IS Cambridge, MN | 5.8 |
| Wayzata Transition School Wayzata, MN | 5.7 |
| HASTINGS ALTERNATIVE CENTER Hastings, MN | 5.9 |
| North Education Center Academy New Hope, MN | 5.9 |
| Princeton Online MN Princeton, MN | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waconia Learning Center
What grades does Waconia Learning Center serve?
Waconia Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Waconia Learning Center?
Waconia Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waconia Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Waconia Learning Center is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waconia Learning Center rank in MN?
Waconia Learning Center ranks #1,244 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Waconia Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Waconia Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Waconia Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waconia Learning Center has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).
Is Waconia Learning Center a charter school?
No, Waconia Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waconia Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Waconia Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waconia Learning Center?
44.1% of students at Waconia Learning Center 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 91.2%
- Phone
- (952) 442-0670
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.5%
Resources & Links
District
WACONIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,000
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,116
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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