Average
#817 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 41% in state
Willmar Area Learning Center
High School · WILLMAR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
512 8TH ST SW, Willmar, MN 56201
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#817 of 1,992
In Willmar
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
WILLMAR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Willmar Area Learning Center
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About Willmar Area Learning Center
Willmar Area Learning Center is a public high school in Willmar, MN, part of WILLMAR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Willmar Area Learning Center serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Willmar Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #817 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Willmar Area Learning Center show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 92 students, Willmar 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.
Test scores at Willmar Area 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Willmar Area 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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Willmar Area Learning Center — Students at Willmar Area Learning Center score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 9.2/10.
How Willmar Area Learning Center Compares
See how Willmar Area Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
512 8TH ST SW, Willmar, MN 56201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willmar Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. (rated 6.8/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby New London), with a very similar rating. Another option is DREAM Technical Academy (rated 6.0/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WILLMAR SENIOR HIGH (rated 6.0/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Willmar, see our Willmar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Willmar | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| LAKEVIEW SCHOOL Willmar | 0.3 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON LEARNING CENTER Willmar | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willmar | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| WILLMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL Willmar | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Middle School ALC Willmar | 0.8 mi | — |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY Willmar | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Lakeland Elementary School Willmar | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| SWWC ELC - Willmar Willmar | 2.4 mi | — |
| DREAM Technical Academy Willmar | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Prairie Lakes Education Center Willmar | 2.5 mi | — |
| Lake Park School Willmar | 2.5 mi | — |
| WILLMAR SENIOR HIGH Willmar | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Prairie Meadows Learning Center New London | 9.4 mi | — |
| PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY New London | 12.9 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW LONDON-SPICER MIDDLE New London | 13.2 mi | 8.4 |
| NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. New London | 13.2 mi | 6.8 |
| NEW LONDON ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL New London | 13.2 mi | — |
| CENTRAL MINNESOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prinsburg | 14.0 mi | 6.9 |
| A.C.G.C. ELEMENTARY Atwater | 13.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,054
Median Home Value
$199,100
Median Rent
$832/mo
Population
24,860
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
13.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 917 DCALS North West Saint Paul, MN | 6.6 |
| Career Pathways Saint Paul, MN | 6.6 |
| Hendricks High School Hendricks, MN | 6.6 |
| Heritage Academy High Minneapolis, MN | 6.6 |
| Lakeville Online Academy-High Lakeville, MN | 6.6 |
| 917 DCALS Main Rosemount, MN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willmar Area Learning Center
What grades does Willmar Area Learning Center serve?
Willmar Area Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Willmar Area Learning Center?
Willmar Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willmar Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Willmar Area Learning Center is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willmar Area Learning Center rank in MN?
Willmar Area Learning Center ranks #817 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Willmar Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Willmar Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Willmar Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willmar Area Learning Center has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Willmar Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Willmar Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willmar Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Willmar Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willmar Area Learning Center?
90.2% of students at Willmar 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 92
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kandiyohi County
- Phone
- (320) 214-6500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 32.0%
Resources & Links
District
WILLMAR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,220
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,958
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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