Wels North serves 23 students in grades 10-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wels North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wels North's student population of 23 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wels North is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
57%
60%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Wels North?
The graduation rate of Wels North is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83%.
How many students attend Wels North?
23 students attend Wels North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wels North students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wels North?
Wels North has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wels North offer ?
Wels North offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wels North part of?
Wels North is part of Northeast Metro 916 School District.
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