Summary:
The 55349 zip code is home to 7 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this area serve a diverse range of students and offer a variety of educational programs.
Among the standout schools in the area is Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted Middle School, which is ranked 201 out of 519 Minnesota middle schools and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school performs relatively well on MCA-III test scores, with over 50% of students proficient or better in reading and over 30% in math. Additionally, the middle school has a lower student-teacher ratio of 19.2 compared to the high school. In contrast, Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted Secondary School has experienced a decline in performance, dropping from a 4-star rating to a 2-star rating, and underperforming on MCA-III test scores, particularly in math.
The data also reveals interesting insights about the specialized programs and small class sizes in the area. The Journeys Alternative Program has an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 2.5:1, while the Step Td Program and Hlww Alternative Learning Program have higher free and reduced lunch rates, suggesting they may be serving populations with greater socioeconomic challenges. These specialized programs highlight the district's efforts to cater to the diverse needs of students in the 55349 zip code.
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