West Academy (Closed 2018)

West Academy serves 4 students in grades 5-12. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
4 students
This chart displays total students of West Academy by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of West Academy
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
This chart displays the total teachers of West Academy by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of West Academy by grade.

School Rankings

This School
State Level (MN)
(11-12)
<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of West Academy and the public school average student teacher ratio of Minnesota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in West Academy and the percentage of Asian public school students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.
Hispanic
50%
12%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in West Academy and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
n/a
12%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in West Academy and the percentage of Black public school students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
White
50%
61%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in West Academy and the percentage of White public school students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in West Academy.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Minnesota.
0.51
This chart displays the diversity score of West Academy and the public school average diversity score of Minnesota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
25%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
13%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend West Academy?
4 students attend West Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Academy students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Academy?
West Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Academy offer ?
West Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is West Academy part of?
West Academy is part of Worthington Public School District.

Recent Articles

Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Segregation in K-12 Education: The Jim Crow Era
Segregation in K-12 Education: The Jim Crow Era
This article delves into the segregated schooling system that existed during the Jim Crow Era, examining the disparities faced by African American students.
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century
December 16, 2024
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.