Serving 27 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in MN)
- 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 27 students has grown by 800% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Middle School Alc is 0.69, 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)
<50%
41%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
45%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
30%
60%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
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).
How many students attend Middle School Alc?
27 students attend Middle School Alc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Middle School Alc students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Middle School Alc offer ?
Middle School Alc offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle School Alc part of?
Middle School Alc is part of Willmar Public School District.
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