WASECA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

WASECA JUNIOR HIGH is a Title I public middle school that is part of the WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WASECA, MN with about 325 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th 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 17 teachers, WASECA JUNIOR HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

WASECA JUNIOR HIGH School, located at 1717 2nd St NW in Waseca, Minnesota, serves as a pivotal educational bridge for students transitioning between elementary school and the high school level. As part of the Waseca Public Schools district, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of early adolescents. The curriculum is designed to balance academic rigor in core subjects like math, science, and language arts with opportunities for students to explore elective interests, helping them build a foundation for future success.

Beyond the classroom, WASECA JUNIOR HIGH is committed to the holistic growth of its students by promoting social-emotional development and extracurricular involvement. The school encourages participation in various clubs, sports, and activities, which helps students cultivate leadership skills, teamwork, and a sense of community. By maintaining a focus on both academic achievement and character building, the institution strives to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges and opportunities they will encounter in high school and beyond.

For more information, contact WASECA JUNIOR HIGH at (507) 835-5470 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1717 2ND ST NW
WASECA, MN 56093-2299
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WASECA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WASECA, MN with about 325 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
325
Teachers:
17.39
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 targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th 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 325 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WASECA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
82.8%
Hispanic/Latino
11.4%
Black or African American
2.8%
Two or more races
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.2%
Asian
0.3%

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%

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.