Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Woods International School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Woods International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
North Woods International School's student population of 260 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
North Woods International 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 North Woods International School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1131 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%

Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
13%
4%

Hispanic
12%
14%

Black
12%
9%

White
51%
67%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 North Woods International School's ranking?
North Woods International School is ranked #1131 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are North Woods International School often compared to?
North Woods International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, School Of Technology And Arts I by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend North Woods International School?
260 students attend North Woods International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of North Woods International School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Woods International School?
North Woods International School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Woods International School offer ?
North Woods International School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Woods International School part of?
North Woods International School is part of La Crosse School District.
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