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West Central Area Learning Center
High School · WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT
9 2ND ST SW, Melrose, MN 56352
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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West Central Area Learning Center
High School in Melrose · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Central Area Learning Center
West Central Area Learning Center is a public high school in Melrose, MN, part of WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT. West Central Area Learning Center serves approximately 29 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for West Central Area Learning Center show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 29 students, West Central 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.
At 7.2:1 students to teachers, West Central Area Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
West Central Area Learning Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Address
- 9 2ND ST SW, Melrose, MN 56352
- Website
- wced6026.org
- Phone
- (320) 256-7836
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9 2ND ST SW, Melrose, MN 56352
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Central Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Albany Area High School (rated 8.2/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Albany). Another option is MELROSE SECONDARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, SAUK CENTRE SECONDARY (rated 6.9/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Sauk Centre). For more schools in Melrose, see our Melrose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEACON PROGRAM W CENTRAL ED. DIST. Melrose | 0.0 mi | — |
| WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT B-2 Melrose | 0.0 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI OF MELROSE Melrose | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Melrose | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| MELROSE SECONDARY Melrose | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| MELROSE MIDDLE Melrose | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY Melrose | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHNS-ST ANDREWS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenwald | 5.3 mi | 5.3 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Freeport | 6.3 mi | 4.8 |
| SAUK CENTRE ELEMENTARY Sauk Centre | 7.3 mi | 5.6 |
| SAUK CENTRE SECONDARY Sauk Centre | 7.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Sauk Centre Middle Sauk Centre | 7.3 mi | 4.9 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Sauk Centre | 7.8 mi | 4.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Albany | 12.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Albany Area Middle School Albany | 12.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Albany Area High School Albany | 12.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ALBANY ELEMENTARY Albany | 12.8 mi | 7.7 |
| UPSALA ELEMENTARY Upsala | 14.9 mi | 6.9 |
| UPSALA SECONDARY Upsala | 14.9 mi | 6.5 |
| BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA SEC. Belgrade | 18.1 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56352 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,356
Median Home Value
$225,100
Median Rent
$1,047/mo
Population
5,955
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Central Area Learning Center
What grades does West Central Area Learning Center serve?
West Central Area Learning Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend West Central Area Learning Center?
West Central Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Central Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at West Central Area Learning Center is 7.2:1. 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 West Central Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Central Area Learning Center has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is West Central Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, West Central Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Central Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, West Central Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Central Area Learning Center?
65.5% of students at West Central 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Stearns County
- Phone
- (320) 256-7836
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 73
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $62,053
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