Learning Center
82 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
The Worthington Area Learning Center (WALC), located in Worthington, Minnesota, functions as an alternative educational program under the umbrella of Independent School District 518. Designed to serve students who may not thrive in a traditional classroom environment, the center focuses on providing a flexible, supportive, and personalized approach to learning. By catering to students who need credit recovery, an accelerated path to graduation, or a more self-paced setting, the WALC helps ensure that all students within the district have the opportunity to earn their high school diploma and prepare for life after graduation.
The curriculum at the WALC is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often incorporating smaller class sizes and individualized instruction to foster academic success and personal development. As part of the broader ISD 518 community, the center emphasizes the importance of community connection and student engagement, aiming to provide a safe and inclusive space where students can overcome barriers to their education. Whether through alternative scheduling or specialized support services, the Worthington Area Learning Center remains a vital resource for ensuring equitable educational outcomes for the youth of the Worthington area.
The curriculum at the WALC is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often incorporating smaller class sizes and individualized instruction to foster academic success and personal development. As part of the broader ISD 518 community, the center emphasizes the importance of community connection and student engagement, aiming to provide a safe and inclusive space where students can overcome barriers to their education. Whether through alternative scheduling or specialized support services, the Worthington Area Learning Center remains a vital resource for ensuring equitable educational outcomes for the youth of the Worthington area.
82
Total Students
7.8
Full-Time Teachers
10.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic | 61 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic61 (74.4 %)
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White10 (12.2 %)
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Asian4 (4.9 %)
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Black3 (3.7 %)
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Two or More3 (3.7 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (1.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | Yes |
| District: | WORTHINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (507)372-1322 |
| Website: | http://www.isd518.net |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 82 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 7.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 48 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 13 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
2
Grade 8
8
Grade 9
3
Grade 10
9
Grade 11
17
Grade 12
43
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 2 |
| Grade 8 | 8 |
| Grade 9 | 3 |
| Grade 10 | 9 |
| Grade 11 | 17 |
| Grade 12 | 43 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 27 | 32.9% |
| Male | 55 | 67.1% |
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