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La Crescent Senior High

High School · LA CRESCENT-HOKAH SCHOOL DISTRICT

1301 LANCER BLVD, La Crescent, MN 55947

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,385 of 1,992

In La Crescent

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

LA CRESCENT-HOKAH SCHOOL DISTRICT

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La Crescent Senior High

5.5/10

High School in La Crescent · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

La Crescent-hokah Middle School

4.7/10

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La Crescent Montessori & Stem Acad

6.8/10

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About La Crescent Senior High

La Crescent Senior High is a public high school in La Crescent, MN, part of LA CRESCENT-HOKAH SCHOOL DISTRICT. La Crescent Senior High serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. La Crescent Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,385 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for La Crescent Senior High show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below MN schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • MN avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
College Readiness7.2Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation11.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,823
Chronic Absenteeism22%

La Crescent Senior High — Students at La Crescent Senior High score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.1% (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
47%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
52%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How La Crescent Senior High Compares

See how La Crescent Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in MN
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.5/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
11
7 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
11.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
7 boys'·4 girls'·22 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1301 LANCER BLVD, La Crescent, MN 55947

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering La Crescent Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby La Crosse), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Crosse Polytechnic School (rated 6.2/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby La Crosse), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, La Crescent Sec Montessori/STEM (rated 5.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in La Crescent, see our La Crescent schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LA CRESCENT-HOKAH MIDDLE SCHOOL La Crescent 0.0 mi 4.7
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 Senior High

What grades does La Crescent Senior High serve?

La Crescent Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend La Crescent Senior High?

La Crescent Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at La Crescent Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at La Crescent Senior High is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does La Crescent Senior High rank in MN?

La Crescent Senior High ranks #1,385 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is La Crescent Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

La Crescent Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, La Crescent Senior High has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is La Crescent Senior High a charter school?

No, La Crescent Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is La Crescent Senior High a Title I school?

No, La Crescent Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Crescent Senior High?

21.1% of students at La Crescent Senior High 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
9th – 12th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Houston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.0%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

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

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