For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,886 students in La Crosse, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in La Crosse, WI are Coulee Region Virtual Academy, La Crosse Polytechnic School and Logan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Crosse, WI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in La Crosse have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
La Crosse, WI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in La Crosse, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coulee Region Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
228 5th Ave S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7664
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7664
Gr: K-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
La Crosse Polytechnic School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
228 5th Avenue South
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-5900
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-5900
Gr: 6-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Logan High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Ranger Dr
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 789-7700
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 789-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 729 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Central High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Losey Blvd S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7900
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7900
Gr: 9-12 | 969 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in La Crosse, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in La Crosse, WI include Coulee Region Virtual Academy, La Crosse Polytechnic School and Logan High School.
How many public high schools are located in La Crosse?
4 public high schools are located in La Crosse.
What is the racial composition of students in La Crosse?
La Crosse public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public high schools in La Crosse are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in La Crosse include: Central High School vs. Logan High School, Logan High School vs. Central High School
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