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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About West Central Area Learning Center
West Central Area Learning Center is a public high school in Melrose, MN, part of the WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 29 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.2:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $71,356, where 19% 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 29 students, West Central Area Learning Center 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 7.2:1, West Central Area Learning Center 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, West Central Area Learning Center 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
- 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?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 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
Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
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. UPSALA SECONDARY (rated 7.0/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Upsala). Another option is Albany Area High School (rated 6.4/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Albany). Additionally, MELROSE SECONDARY (rated 5.6/10, 0.8 miles away). 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 | 5.6 |
| MELROSE MIDDLE Melrose | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY Melrose | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| 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 | 4.4 |
| SAUK CENTRE SECONDARY Sauk Centre | 7.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Sauk Centre Middle Sauk Centre | 7.3 mi | 5.1 |
| 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 | 4.0 |
| Albany Area High School Albany | 12.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ALBANY ELEMENTARY Albany | 12.8 mi | 7.1 |
| UPSALA ELEMENTARY Upsala | 14.9 mi | 6.9 |
| UPSALA SECONDARY Upsala | 14.9 mi | 7.0 |
| BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA SEC. Belgrade | 18.1 mi | 3.3 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding West Central Area Learning Center has a median household income of $71,356. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $225,100, with a median rent of $1,047/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| 917 Riverside School Hastings, MN | — |
| BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights, MN | — |
| Benton-Stearns Education District Sauk Rapids, MN | — |
| Bridge Transition Program Stillwater, MN | — |
| C.O.M.P.A.S.S. Elk River, MN | — |
| COMPASS-BELL CENTER Coon Rapids, MN | — |
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 the most recent state assessment data, West Central Area Learning Center has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (305/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Melrose). Data >1 year old.
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
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 73
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $62,053
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