Serving 86 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 40%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- 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 86 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
86 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
La Crosse Polytechnic School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Crosse Polytechnic School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1078 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
85%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Crosse Polytechnic School's ranking?
La Crosse Polytechnic School is ranked #1078 out of 1,962 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 40% 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?
86 students attend La Crosse Polytechnic School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of La Crosse Polytechnic School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Crosse Polytechnic School?
La Crosse Polytechnic School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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