Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Summit Environmental 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- 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
Top Rankings
Summit Environmental School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Summit Environmental School's student population of 282 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Summit Environmental School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Environmental School is 0.45, 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
#899 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
73%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Environmental School's ranking?
Summit Environmental School is ranked #899 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Summit Environmental School?
282 students attend Summit Environmental School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Summit Environmental School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Environmental School?
Summit Environmental School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Summit Environmental School offer ?
Summit Environmental School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Environmental School part of?
Summit Environmental School is part of La Crosse School District.
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