Serving 106 students in grades 6-12, La Crosse Polytechnic School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Crosse Polytechnic School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
La Crosse Polytechnic School's student population of 106 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 700% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Crosse Polytechnic School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Crosse Polytechnic School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1082 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Crosse Polytechnic School's ranking?
La Crosse Polytechnic School is ranked #1082 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are La Crosse Polytechnic School often compared to?
La Crosse Polytechnic Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaleidoscope Academy, Marathon Venture Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Crosse Polytechnic School?
The graduation rate of La Crosse Polytechnic School is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend La Crosse Polytechnic School?
106 students attend La Crosse Polytechnic School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of La Crosse Polytechnic School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Crosse Polytechnic School?
La Crosse Polytechnic School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Crosse Polytechnic School offer ?
La Crosse Polytechnic School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is La Crosse Polytechnic School part of?
La Crosse Polytechnic School is part of La Crosse School District.
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