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Emerson Elementary School

2101 Campbell Rd
La Crosse, WI 54601
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emerson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 323 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 30% in WI
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Emerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Emerson Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Emerson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#427 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
45-49%
40%
50-54%
38%
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #427 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like State Road Elementary School, Hintgen Elementary School, Spence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
323 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Emerson Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of La Crosse School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson Elementary School located?
Emerson Elementary School is located in the Goosetown Campus neighborhood of La Crosse, WI.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 323 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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