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#1567 of 1,992 schools in MN
Waseca Area Learning Center
High School · WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
501 ELM AVE E, Waseca, MN 56093
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,567 of 1,992
In Waseca
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Waseca Area Learning Center
Waseca Area Learning Center is a public high school in Waseca, MN, part of WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Waseca Area Learning Center serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Waseca Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,567 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Waseca Area Learning Center show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Waseca Area 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.
Score Breakdown
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Waseca Area Learning Center — Students at Waseca Area Learning Center score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 5.6/10.
How Waseca Area Learning Center Compares
See how Waseca Area 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
501 ELM AVE E, Waseca, MN 56093
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waseca Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN SR. (rated 7.1/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Waterville), which scores notably higher. Another option is JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON SEC (rated 7.1/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Janesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NRHEG SECONDARY (rated 5.3/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby New Richland), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Waseca, see our Waseca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SWMetro Waseca Shakopee | 0.0 mi | — |
| SWMetro Waseca-Transitions Shakopee | 0.0 mi | — |
| Waseca Early Childhood Waseca | 0.0 mi | 3.6 |
| HARTLEY ELEMENTARY Waseca | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Waseca | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| TEAM ACADEMY Waseca | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Waseca Senior High Waseca | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| WASECA JUNIOR HIGH Waseca | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| WASECA MIDDLE LEVEL ALC Waseca | 1.2 mi | — |
| WASECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Waseca | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| WATERVILLE ELEMENTARY Waterville | 10.1 mi | 7.0 |
| WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN SR. Waterville | 10.1 mi | 7.1 |
| MORRISTOWN ELEMENTARY Morristown | 10.5 mi | 7.9 |
| WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN JR. Morristown | 10.5 mi | 6.1 |
| NRHEG SECONDARY New Richland | 12.9 mi | 5.3 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Morristown | 13.7 mi | — |
| JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON EL.EM. Janesville | 10.6 mi | 7.6 |
| JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON SEC Janesville | 10.6 mi | 7.1 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville | 10.6 mi | 5.4 |
| WILSON ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 12.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,210
Median Home Value
$214,800
Median Rent
$829/mo
Population
12,742
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEMIDJI AREA LEARNING CENTER Bemidji, MN | 5.1 |
| STMA Online - Secondary Saint Michael, MN | 5.1 |
| Academic Excellence Online Duluth, MN | 5.0 |
| Learning Center Night Worthington, MN | 5.0 |
| CHOICE Technical Academy Owatonna, MN | 5.2 |
| BRIDGES Andover, MN | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waseca Area Learning Center
What grades does Waseca Area Learning Center serve?
Waseca Area Learning Center serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Waseca Area Learning Center?
Waseca Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waseca Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Waseca Area Learning Center is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waseca Area Learning Center rank in MN?
Waseca Area Learning Center ranks #1,567 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Waseca Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Waseca Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Waseca Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waseca Area Learning Center has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Waseca Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Waseca Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waseca Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Waseca Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waseca Area Learning Center?
78.7% of students at Waseca Area 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Waseca County
- Phone
- (507) 835-5588
- 4-Year Graduation
- 24.5%
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District
WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,735
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,362
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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