Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spence 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 39%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spence Elementary School's student population of 315 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Spence Elementary 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 Spence Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#785 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
68%
67%
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
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spence Elementary School's ranking?
Spence Elementary School is ranked #785 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Spence Elementary School often compared to?
Spence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, Summit Environmental 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 39% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Spence Elementary School?
315 students attend Spence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Spence Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spence Elementary School?
Spence Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spence Elementary School offer ?
Spence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spence Elementary School part of?
Spence Elementary School is part of La Crosse School District.
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