Below Average
#1686 of 2,105 schools in WI
Northside Elementary
Elementary School · La Crosse School District
1611 Kane St, La Crosse, WI 54601
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,686 of 2,105
In La Crosse
#15 of 19
public schools
In district
#15 of 19
La Crosse School District
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Northside Elementary
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About Northside Elementary
Northside Elementary is a public elementary school in La Crosse, WI, part of La Crosse School District. Northside Elementary serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Northside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,686 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Northside Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Northside Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
43% of students at Northside Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Northside Elementary — Students at Northside Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.3/10.
How Northside Elementary Compares
See how Northside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1611 Kane St, La Crosse, WI 54601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pertzsch Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Onalaska), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PATRICK SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Onalaska), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emerson Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Crosse, see our La Crosse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coulee Montessori Charter School La Crosse | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Logan Middle La Crosse | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| School of Technology and Arts II La Crosse | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Crosse | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Logan High La Crosse | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| COULEE CONNECTIONS - ALTERNATIVEEDUCATION La Crosse | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Summit Environmental School La Crosse | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Onalaska High Onalaska | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Emerson Elementary La Crosse | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Pertzsch Elementary Onalaska | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| La Crosse Polytechnic School La Crosse | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Coulee Region Virtual Academy La Crosse | 2.6 mi | 2.0 |
| AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS La Crosse | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL La Crosse | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| LUTHER HIGH SCHOOL Onalaska | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| FIRST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Crosse | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL La Crosse | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Onalaska | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL La Crosse | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Onalaska | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
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
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bryant Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.8 |
| Chegwin Elementary Fond Du Lac, WI | 4.8 |
| FIRST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cedarburg, WI | 4.8 |
| Holmes Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.8 |
| Humke Elementary Nekoosa, WI | 4.8 |
| Jackson Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northside Elementary
What grades does Northside Elementary serve?
Northside Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Northside Elementary?
Northside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Northside Elementary is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northside Elementary rank in WI?
Northside Elementary ranks #1,686 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Northside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Northside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Northside Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northside Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Northside Elementary a charter school?
No, Northside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Northside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northside Elementary?
81.9% of students at Northside Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 254
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- La Crosse County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.3%
- Phone
- (608) 789-7970
Resources & Links
District
La Crosse School District- District Enrollment
- 5,794
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,989
- District Rank
- #15 of 19
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