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#1690 of 1,992 schools in MN

La Crescent-hokah Middle School

Middle School · LA CRESCENT-HOKAH SCHOOL DISTRICT

1301 LANCER BLVD, La Crescent, MN 55947

Enrollment

292

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.7

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,690 of 1,992

In La Crescent

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

LA CRESCENT-HOKAH SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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La Crescent-hokah Middle School

4.7/10

Middle School in La Crescent · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

La Crescent Senior High

5.5/10

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La Crescent Montessori & Stem Acad

6.8/10

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About La Crescent-hokah Middle School

La Crescent-hokah Middle School is a public middle school in La Crescent, MN, part of LA CRESCENT-HOKAH SCHOOL DISTRICT. La Crescent-hokah Middle School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. La Crescent-hokah Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,690 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for La Crescent-hokah Middle School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below MN schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • MN avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,823
Chronic Absenteeism13%

La Crescent-hokah Middle School — Students at La Crescent-hokah Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
45%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.

How La Crescent-hokah Middle School Compares

See how La Crescent-hokah Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
15th percentile in MN
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Location

1301 LANCER BLVD, La Crescent, MN 55947

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering La Crescent-hokah Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Logan Middle (rated 6.9/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby La Crosse), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School of Technology and Arts II (rated 5.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby La Crosse), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Crescent, see our La Crescent schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LA CRESCENT SENIOR HIGH La Crescent 0.0 mi 5.5
La Crescent Montessori & STEM Acad La Crescent 0.3 mi 6.8
La Crescent Sec Montessori/STEM La Crescent 0.3 mi 5.3
LA CRESCENT-HOKAH ELEMENTARY La Crescent 0.6 mi 7.1
CRUCIFIXION La Crescent 0.8 mi 6.3
Summit Environmental School La Crosse 3.4 mi 6.6
COULEE CONNECTIONS - ALTERNATIVEEDUCATION La Crosse 3.1 mi 4.4
La Crosse Polytechnic School La Crosse 3.1 mi 6.2
Coulee Region Virtual Academy La Crosse 3.1 mi 2.0
ST PETER'S CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hokah 4.1 mi 6.2
School of Technology and Arts I La Crosse 3.5 mi 8.3
Hamilton Elementary School La Crosse 3.5 mi 6.7
HVED Spectrum Program Hokah 4.5 mi
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Crosse 3.8 mi 4.4
AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS La Crosse 3.7 mi 6.7
AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL La Crosse 3.7 mi 6.9
Logan Middle La Crosse 3.9 mi 6.9
School of Technology and Arts II La Crosse 3.9 mi 5.8
FIRST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Crosse 3.7 mi 6.1
CATHEDRAL SCHOOL La Crosse 3.9 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55947 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,464

Median Home Value

$269,300

Median Rent

$1,015/mo

Population

7,319

College Educated

37.5%

Homeownership

89.7%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

47.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about La Crescent-hokah Middle School

What grades does La Crescent-hokah Middle School serve?

La Crescent-hokah Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend La Crescent-hokah Middle School?

La Crescent-hokah Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at La Crescent-hokah Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at La Crescent-hokah Middle School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does La Crescent-hokah Middle School rank in MN?

La Crescent-hokah Middle School ranks #1,690 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is La Crescent-hokah Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

La Crescent-hokah Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at La Crescent-hokah Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, La Crescent-hokah Middle School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is La Crescent-hokah Middle School a charter school?

No, La Crescent-hokah Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is La Crescent-hokah Middle School a Title I school?

No, La Crescent-hokah Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Crescent-hokah Middle School?

24.3% of students at La Crescent-hokah Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Houston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

District

LA CRESCENT-HOKAH SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,020
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,823
District Rank
#3 of 3

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