WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SEC.
WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SEC. is a Title I public high school that is part of the Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Schl. Dist school district, located in WALKER, MN with about 359 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 21 teachers, WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SEC. has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Walker-Hackensack-Akeley (WHA) Secondary School is a public educational institution located in Walker, Minnesota, serving students in the surrounding region. Situated in a community known for its proximity to Leech Lake and the Chippewa National Forest, the school benefits from a setting that emphasizes a connection to nature and a strong sense of small-town community. The district is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience, offering a range of core curriculum subjects, elective programs, and extracurricular activities designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce.
The school places a significant focus on student development, fostering an environment that encourages both academic achievement and personal growth. By integrating modern learning tools with dedicated faculty support, WHA Secondary aims to cater to the diverse needs of its student body. Whether through athletics, arts, or academic clubs, the school promotes an inclusive culture that values community engagement and school spirit, helping students transition effectively from their secondary education into their future endeavors.
For more information, contact WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SEC. at (218) 547-5322 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
WALKER, MN 56484-4000
(218) 547-5322
http://wha.k12.mn.us
WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SEC. is a public Title I school in WALKER, MN with about 359 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Schl. Dist
- Total Students:
- 359
- Teachers:
- 21.74
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 359 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SEC. is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.
- White
- 76.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 15.0%
- Two or more races
- 3.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.8%
- Black or African American
- 1.1%
- Asian
- 0.8%
- Female
- 47.4%
- Male
- 52.6%
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.