Serving 28 students in grades 6-8, Middle School Alc 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 51%).
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School Alc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Middle School Alc's student population of 28 students has grown by 833% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle School Alc ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School Alc is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
61%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
21%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School Alc's ranking?
Middle School Alc is ranked #695 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
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 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Middle School Alc?
28 students attend Middle School Alc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Middle School Alc students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Middle School Alc offer ?
Middle School Alc offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Middle School Alc part of?
Middle School Alc is part of Willmar Public School District.
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