Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emerson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#836 out of 1984 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
6%
9%
White
75%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #836 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
321 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Emerson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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