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White Pine Academy
High School · Freshwater Education District
2222 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE, Wadena, MN 56482
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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About White Pine Academy
White Pine Academy is a public high school in Wadena, MN, part of Freshwater Education District. White Pine Academy serves approximately 12 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 12:1 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 White Pine Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 12 students, White Pine Academy 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.
White Pine Academy 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.
92% of students at White Pine Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- 2222 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE, Wadena, MN 56482
- Website
- fed.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (218) 631-3505
- 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 17 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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
2222 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE, Wadena, MN 56482
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering White Pine Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW YORK MILLS SECONDARY (rated 7.5/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby New York Mills). Another option is BERTHA SECONDARY (rated 7.4/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Bertha). Additionally, SEBEKA SECONDARY (rated 7.4/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Sebeka). For more schools in Wadena, see our Wadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Freshwater Education District ALC Wadena | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Wadena | 0.0 mi | — |
| LEAF RIVER ACADEMY Wadena | 0.0 mi | — |
| Elm Tree Academy Wadena | 0.0 mi | — |
| WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY Wadena | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| WADENA-DEER CREEK SENIOR HIGH Wadena | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| WADENA-DEER CREEK 5TH AND 6TH GRADE Wadena | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| GREEN MEADOW Wadena | 4.4 mi | — |
| VERNDALE ELEMENTARY Verndale | 5.7 mi | 4.6 |
| VERNDALE SECONDARY Verndale | 5.7 mi | 5.9 |
| VERNDALE AREA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Verndale | 6.4 mi | — |
| BERTHA ELEMENTARY Bertha | 11.3 mi | 9.0 |
| BERTHA SECONDARY Bertha | 11.3 mi | 7.4 |
| SEBEKA ELEMENTARY Sebeka | 14.7 mi | 9.0 |
| SEBEKA SECONDARY Sebeka | 14.7 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW YORK MILLS SECONDARY New York Mills | 13.7 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW YORK MILLS ELEMENTARY New York Mills | 13.7 mi | 6.9 |
| HENNING ELEMENTARY Henning | 16.6 mi | 6.2 |
| HENNING SECONDARY Henning | 16.6 mi | 6.5 |
| MENAHGA HIGH SCHOOL Menahga | 23.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56482 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,356
Median Home Value
$168,000
Median Rent
$699/mo
Population
7,494
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
39.1
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| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park, MN | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about White Pine Academy
What grades does White Pine Academy serve?
White Pine Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend White Pine Academy?
White Pine Academy has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at White Pine Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at White Pine Academy is 12:1. 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 White Pine Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, White Pine Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is White Pine Academy a charter school?
No, White Pine Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is White Pine Academy a Title I school?
No, White Pine Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Pine Academy?
75.0% of students at White Pine Academy 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
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Wadena County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 91.7%
- Phone
- (218) 631-3505
Resources & Links
District
Freshwater Education District- District Enrollment
- 180
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $64,713
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