Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Woods International School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Woods International School serves the northern part of La Crosse, WI, covering an area of approximately 12 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Woods International School's student population of 255 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
North Woods International School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Woods International School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1243 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
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Asian
11%
4%
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Hispanic
14%
14%
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Black
10%
9%
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White
53%
66%
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Two or more races
12%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Woods International School's ranking?
North Woods International School is ranked #1243 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are North Woods International School often compared to?
North Woods International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like School Of Technology And Arts I, Emerson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend North Woods International School?
255 students attend North Woods International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of North Woods International School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Woods International School?
North Woods International School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Woods International School offer ?
North Woods International School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Woods International School part of?
North Woods International School is part of La Crosse School District.
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