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#1442 of 1,992 schools in MN
Wright Technical Center Alc
High School · WRIGHT TECHNICAL CENTER
1405 3RD AVE NE, Buffalo, MN 55313
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,442 of 1,992
In Buffalo
#7 of 9
public schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Wright Technical Center Alc
Wright Technical Center Alc is a public high school in Buffalo, MN, part of WRIGHT TECHNICAL CENTER. Wright Technical Center Alc serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wright Technical Center Alc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,442 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Wright Technical Center Alc show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Wright Technical Center Alc 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 Wright Technical Center Alc 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.
Score Breakdown
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Wright Technical Center Alc — Students at Wright Technical Center Alc score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Wright Technical Center Alc Compares
See how Wright Technical Center Alc 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
1405 3RD AVE NE, Buffalo, MN 55313
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wright Technical Center Alc may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Terra Nova School (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BUFFALO SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PHOENIX LEARNING CENTER (rated 4.6/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WRIGHT TECHNICAL CENTER ALC MIDDLE Buffalo | 0.0 mi | — |
| Eastern Wright Program Buffalo | 0.0 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONES PROGRAM Buffalo | 0.0 mi | — |
| BUFFALO COMMUNITY MIDDLE Buffalo | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Terra Nova School Buffalo | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Tatanka Elementary STEM School Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| SWMetro Buffalo-Transitions Shakopee | 0.9 mi | — |
| PARKSIDE ELEMENTARY Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| BUFFALO EARLY CHILD. SP. ED PROGRAM Buffalo | 1.1 mi | — |
| NORTHWINDS ELEMENTARY Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| BUFFALO SENIOR HIGH Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| PHOENIX LEARNING CENTER Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Monticello Nature Based Education Monticello | 7.1 mi | 4.0 |
| SWMetro Lakeside Academy Shakopee | 6.3 mi | — |
| LAKESIDE ACADEMY Buffalo | 6.3 mi | — |
| Montrose Elementary School of Innov Montrose | 8.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Little Mountain Elementary - SNW Monticello | 7.8 mi | — |
| LITTLE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Monticello | 7.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55313 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,471
Median Home Value
$321,000
Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Population
24,862
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
81.5%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wright Technical Center Alc
What grades does Wright Technical Center Alc serve?
Wright Technical Center Alc serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wright Technical Center Alc?
Wright Technical Center Alc has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wright Technical Center Alc?
The student-teacher ratio at Wright Technical Center Alc is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wright Technical Center Alc rank in MN?
Wright Technical Center Alc ranks #1,442 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Wright Technical Center Alc's MySchoolScout rating?
Wright Technical Center Alc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Wright Technical Center Alc?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wright Technical Center Alc has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wright Technical Center Alc a charter school?
No, Wright Technical Center Alc is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wright Technical Center Alc a Title I school?
No, Wright Technical Center Alc is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wright Technical Center Alc?
63.9% of students at Wright Technical Center Alc qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Wright County
- Phone
- (763) 684-2200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 15.0%
Resources & Links
District
WRIGHT TECHNICAL CENTER- District Enrollment
- 86
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $42,258
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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