Serving 190 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Washington Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 50%
- Reading Proficiency: 52%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Learning Center's student population of 190 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Learning Center is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)50%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)52%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
How many students attend Washington Learning Center?
190 students attend Washington Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Washington Learning Center students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Learning Center?
Washington Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Learning Center offer ?
Washington Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Learning Center part of?
Washington Learning Center is part of New Ulm Public School District.
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