Below Average

#535 of 571 private schools in WI

Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation

School

99 MILWAUKEE ST, La Crosse, WI 54603

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#535 of 571

In La Crosse

#8 of 9

public schools

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About Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation

Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation is a private school in La Crosse, WI. Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #535 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares2.0 pts below WI schools

4.4

This school 4.4 · Below Average
WI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 41 students, Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in La Crosse, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.7:1

This School

11.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

317

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.4

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.8% vs 0%

Black 12.2% vs 0%

Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation La Crosse Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation (this school)	—	41	13.7:1	4.4
La Crosse Polytechnic School	1.2 mi	106	13.2:1	6.2
Coulee Region Virtual Academy	1.2 mi	78	15.6:1	2.0
Logan Middle	1.2 mi	462	9.1:1	6.9
School of Technology and Arts II	1.2 mi	34	17:1	5.8
Northside Elementary	1.5 mi	254	7.9:1	4.8
Coulee Montessori Charter School	1.5 mi	115	14.4:1	4.4
Logan High	1.6 mi	715	10.7:1	5.0
Emerson Elementary	1.6 mi	323	14:1	7.4
School of Technology and Arts I	1.9 mi	122	15.2:1	8.3
Hamilton Elementary School	1.9 mi	146	7.7:1	6.7
Summit Environmental School	1.9 mi	303	11.7:1	6.6
Longfellow Middle	2.5 mi	625	10.1:1	6.7
Central High	2.9 mi	1,014	12.2:1	4.9
Spence Elementary	3.1 mi	315	10.9:1	8.3
State Road Elementary	3.8 mi	297	12.9:1	7.1
North Woods International School	4.2 mi	260	9.3:1	7.5
Hintgen Elementary	4.3 mi	215	8.6:1	4.7
Southern Bluffs Elementary	6.1 mi	320	11.4:1	7.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WI.

Classroom Attention

B- 4.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,050

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 21%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 2.9 / 10

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Enrollment 41

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 87.8%

Black 12.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

99 MILWAUKEE ST, La Crosse, WI 54603

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation may also want to explore other schools in the area. AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Coulee Region Virtual Academy (rated 2.0/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in La Crosse, see our La Crosse schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Crosse	1.0 mi	61	4.4
La Crosse Polytechnic School La Crosse	1.2 mi	106	6.2
Coulee Region Virtual Academy La Crosse	1.2 mi	78	2.0
Logan Middle La Crosse	1.2 mi	462	6.9
School of Technology and Arts II La Crosse	1.2 mi	34	5.8
AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS La Crosse	1.4 mi	920	6.7
AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL La Crosse	1.4 mi	310	6.9
Northside Elementary La Crosse	1.5 mi	254	4.8
Coulee Montessori Charter School La Crosse	1.5 mi	115	4.4
FIRST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Crosse	1.6 mi	142	6.1
Logan High La Crosse	1.6 mi	715	5.0
CATHEDRAL SCHOOL La Crosse	1.7 mi	114	6.6
School of Technology and Arts I La Crosse	1.9 mi	122	8.3
Hamilton Elementary School La Crosse	1.9 mi	146	6.7
Summit Environmental School La Crosse	1.9 mi	303	6.6
Emerson Elementary La Crosse	1.6 mi	323	7.4
La Crosse Offsite Preschool La Crosse	2.0 mi	90	3.8
MT CALVARY-GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Crosse	2.3 mi	60	4.4
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL La Crosse	2.0 mi	175	7.8
Longfellow Middle La Crosse	2.5 mi	625	6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,693

Median Home Value

$175,500

Median Rent

$936/mo

Population

14,181

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

51%

Avg Commute

18.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation

What grades does Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation serve?

Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation?

Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation?

The student-teacher ratio at Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation rank in WI?

Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation ranks #535 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation's MySchoolScout rating?

Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation a private school?

Yes, Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation a religious school?

No, Coulee Connections - Alternativeeducation is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 27 Some Transit
Bike Score: 70 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 41
Gender Split: 95% M / 5% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Small City
County: La Crosse County
Phone: (608) 519-5540

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