Serving 34 students in grades 9-12, Waconia Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waconia Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waconia Learning Center's student population of 34 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Waconia Learning Center is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
20%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
68%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Waconia Learning Center often compared to?
Waconia Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Integrated Arts Academy, Waconia Learning Center Ss/as by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waconia Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Waconia Learning Center is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Waconia Learning Center?
34 students attend Waconia Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Waconia Learning Center students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waconia Learning Center?
Waconia Learning Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waconia Learning Center offer ?
Waconia Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waconia Learning Center part of?
Waconia Learning Center is part of Waconia ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
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