DREAM TECHNICAL ACADEMY

DREAM TECHNICAL ACADEMY is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the TECHNICAL ACADEMIES OF MINNESOTA school district, located in WILLMAR, MN with about 82 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 7 teachers, DREAM TECHNICAL ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

DREAM TECHNICAL ACADEMY (DTA) is a public charter school located in Willmar, Minnesota, that offers a specialized educational environment for students in grades 6–12. The school distinguishes itself through a focus on hands-on, career-oriented learning, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional academic instruction and the practical skills required in the modern workforce. By integrating project-based learning and technical exploration, the academy seeks to prepare students not only for graduation but for post-secondary success, whether that leads to further higher education or direct entry into skilled trades and technical fields.

The academy emphasizes a personalized approach to education, recognizing that students thrive in different ways. By fostering a supportive and innovative environment, DTA encourages students to take ownership of their learning through discovery and real-world application. As part of a broader network of technical academies, the school is dedicated to providing students with the tools, technology, and mentorship necessary to navigate career pathways in an increasingly technical global economy.

For more information, contact DREAM TECHNICAL ACADEMY at (320) 262-5640 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1705 16TH STREET NE
WILLMAR, MN 56201-8888
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DREAM TECHNICAL ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in WILLMAR, MN with about 82 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Innovative Quality Schools
Total Students:
82
Teachers:
7.01
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 82 students

White
57.3%
Hispanic/Latino
32.9%
Two or more races
8.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.2%

Female
58.5%
Male
41.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.