Serving 45 students in grades 7-8, La Crosse Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Crosse Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
La Crosse Middle School's student population of 45 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
La Crosse Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Crosse Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1054 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
98%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Crosse Middle School's ranking?
La Crosse Middle School is ranked #1054 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend La Crosse Middle School?
45 students attend La Crosse Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of La Crosse Middle School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Crosse Middle School?
La Crosse Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Crosse Middle School offer ?
La Crosse Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Crosse Middle School part of?
La Crosse Middle School is part of Lacrosse School District.
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