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#338 of 571 private schools in WI

First Evangelical Lutheran School

Elementary School

520 W AVE S, La Crosse, WI 54601

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

142

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

142

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#338 of 571

In La Crosse

#6 of 9

public schools

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About First Evangelical Lutheran School

First Evangelical Lutheran School is a private elementary school in La Crosse, WI. First Evangelical Lutheran School serves approximately 142 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. First Evangelical Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #338 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for First Evangelical Lutheran School show 66% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.7 pts below WI schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 142 students, First Evangelical Lutheran School 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.

First Evangelical Lutheran School 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 First Evangelical Lutheran School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in La Crosse, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.5:1

This School

12.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

142

This School

239

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.1% vs 0%

Black 3.5% vs 0%

Asian 3.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.8% vs 0%

First Evangelical Lutheran School La Crosse Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
First Evangelical Lutheran School (this school)	—	142	16.5:1	6.1
School of Technology and Arts I	0.6 mi	122	15.2:1	8.3
Hamilton Elementary School	0.6 mi	146	7.7:1	6.7
La Crosse Offsite Preschool	0.6 mi	90	18:1	3.8
La Crosse Polytechnic School	0.6 mi	106	13.2:1	6.2
Coulee Region Virtual Academy	0.6 mi	78	15.6:1	2.0
Longfellow Middle	0.9 mi	625	10.1:1	6.7
Emerson Elementary	1.0 mi	323	14:1	7.4
Spence Elementary	1.5 mi	315	10.9:1	8.3
State Road Elementary	2.4 mi	297	12.9:1	7.1
Logan Middle	2.6 mi	462	9.1:1	6.9
School of Technology and Arts II	2.6 mi	34	17:1	5.8
Hintgen Elementary	2.7 mi	215	8.6:1	4.7
Northside Elementary	2.9 mi	254	7.9:1	4.8
Coulee Montessori Charter School	2.9 mi	115	14.4:1	4.4
Summit Environmental School	3.5 mi	303	11.7:1	6.6
Southern Bluffs Elementary	4.6 mi	320	11.4:1	7.9
North Woods International School	4.6 mi	260	9.3:1	7.5

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

C 3.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.5 / 10

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School Day Length 8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,368

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 18%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 142

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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 WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.7% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

42.8% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 51.4% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

42.8% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 90.1%

Black 3.5%

Asian 3.5%

Hispanic 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

520 W AVE S, La Crosse, WI 54601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering First Evangelical Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School of Technology and Arts I (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Spence Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emerson Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Crosse, see our La Crosse schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS La Crosse	0.1 mi	920	6.7
AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL La Crosse	0.1 mi	310	6.9
CATHEDRAL SCHOOL La Crosse	0.2 mi	114	6.6
School of Technology and Arts I La Crosse	0.6 mi	122	8.3
Hamilton Elementary School La Crosse	0.6 mi	146	6.7
La Crosse Polytechnic School La Crosse	0.6 mi	106	6.2
Coulee Region Virtual Academy La Crosse	0.6 mi	78	2.0
La Crosse Offsite Preschool La Crosse	0.6 mi	90	3.8
MT CALVARY-GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Crosse	0.8 mi	60	4.4
Longfellow Middle La Crosse	0.9 mi	625	6.7
Emerson Elementary La Crosse	1.0 mi	323	7.4
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL La Crosse	1.0 mi	175	7.8
Central High La Crosse	1.4 mi	1,014	4.9
COULEE CONNECTIONS - ALTERNATIVEEDUCATION La Crosse	1.6 mi	41	4.4
Spence Elementary La Crosse	1.5 mi	315	8.3
CHILEDA La Crosse	1.9 mi	48	8.4
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Crosse	2.4 mi	61	4.4
Logan Middle La Crosse	2.6 mi	462	6.9
School of Technology and Arts II La Crosse	2.6 mi	34	5.8
Logan High La Crosse	2.7 mi	715	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,078

Median Home Value

$220,200

Median Rent

$998/mo

Population

50,474

College Educated

39.9%

Homeownership

54.5%

Avg Commute

16.9 min

Poverty Rate

19.2%

Median Age

32.2

Similar Schools

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Birchwood Elementary Birchwood, WI	87	6.1
Gilman Elementary Gilman, WI	137	6.1
Highland Community Elementary Highland, WI	114	6.1
Nelson Elementary Grantsburg, WI	95	6.1
ST CLEMENT SCHOOL Lancaster, WI	93	6.1
ST FRANCES CABRINI SCHOOL West Bend, WI	175	6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about First Evangelical Lutheran School

What grades does First Evangelical Lutheran School serve?

First Evangelical Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend First Evangelical Lutheran School?

First Evangelical Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 142 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at First Evangelical Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at First Evangelical Lutheran School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does First Evangelical Lutheran School rank in WI?

First Evangelical Lutheran School ranks #338 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is First Evangelical Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

First Evangelical Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 First Evangelical Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, First Evangelical Lutheran School has 66% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is First Evangelical Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, First Evangelical Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is First Evangelical Lutheran School a religious school?

First Evangelical Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 32 Some Transit
Bike Score: 76 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 142
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day: 8 hours
Days Per Year: 171 days
Setting: Small City
County: La Crosse County
Phone: (763) 242-4446

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