Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southern Bluffs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 13% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Southern Bluffs Elementary serves the southeast part of La Crosse, WI, covering an attendance area of approximately 42.3 square miles. Families typically can reach the school within a 10-15 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Bluffs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southern Bluffs Elementary School's student population of 333 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
333 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1993–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 28, 2027
School Rankings
Southern Bluffs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Bluffs Elementary School is 0.24, which is less 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
#595 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1993–2025 (no data for 2015)
Asian
4%
4%
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Hispanic
2%
14%
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Black
1%
9%
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White
87%
66%
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Two or more races
6%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1993–2025 (no data for 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025 (no data for 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Basketball
Colors
Blue
School Mascot
Bluffs Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/01/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Bluffs Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Bluffs Elementary School is ranked #595 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Southern Bluffs Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Bluffs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Salem Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Southern Bluffs Elementary School?
333 students attend Southern Bluffs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Southern Bluffs Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Bluffs Elementary School?
Southern Bluffs Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southern Bluffs Elementary School offer ?
Southern Bluffs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southern Bluffs Elementary School part of?
Southern Bluffs Elementary School is part of La Crosse School District.
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