Serving 73 students in grades 5-12, Winona Area 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 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winona Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Winona Area Learning Center's student population of 73 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winona Area Learning Center 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 Winona Area Learning Center is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. 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)
(20-21)≤20%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
12%
12%
White
68%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winona Area Learning Center's ranking?
Winona Area Learning Center 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).
What is the graduation rate of Winona Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Winona Area Learning Center is 60-69%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Winona Area Learning Center?
73 students attend Winona Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Winona Area Learning Center students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winona Area Learning Center?
Winona Area Learning Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winona Area Learning Center offer ?
Winona Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Winona Area Learning Center part of?
Winona Area Learning Center is part of Winona Area Public School District.
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