Serving 92 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 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Winona Area Learning Center's student population of 92 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
92 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
100 acres
School Rankings
The diversity score of Winona Area Learning Center is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
13%
12%
White
51%
60%
Two or more races
22%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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 50-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Winona Area Learning Center?
92 students attend Winona Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Winona Area Learning Center students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winona Area Learning Center offer ?
Winona Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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