Wright Technical Center Alc

1405 3rd Ave Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 81 students in grades 9-12, Wright Technical Center Alc ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 81 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
  • : Top 50%
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wright Technical Center Alc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Wright Technical Center Alc's student population of 81 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers

School Rankings

Wright Technical Center Alc ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wright Technical Center Alc is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
<50%
46%
<50%
51%
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
74%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
30-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wright Technical Center Alc's ranking?
Wright Technical Center Alc is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wright Technical Center Alc?
The graduation rate of Wright Technical Center Alc is 30-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wright Technical Center Alc?
81 students attend Wright Technical Center Alc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Wright Technical Center Alc students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wright Technical Center Alc?
Wright Technical Center Alc has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wright Technical Center Alc offer ?
Wright Technical Center Alc offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wright Technical Center Alc part of?
Wright Technical Center Alc is part of Wright Technical Center School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
what can I say about this school except that I really enjoyed going to school and I loved the teachers! Best teachers you could ever have! Thanks for dealing with me :) love and miss all the teachers! Krista L
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Krist

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 81 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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