Spence Elementary

www.lacrosseschools.org

329 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Spence Elementary School, located at 2150 Bennett St in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is a key institution within the School District of La Crosse. The school serves a diverse population of elementary-aged students, focusing on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. As part of the larger La Crosse public school system, Spence Elementary aligns its curriculum with district-wide standards while striving to create a welcoming atmosphere that encourages both student achievement and parent involvement.

The school is dedicated to preparing its students for future success through a variety of classroom instruction, enrichment activities, and specialized support services. By leveraging the resources of the La Crosse School District, Spence Elementary provides students with access to modern educational tools and programs designed to meet the needs of all learners. For families seeking more detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or specific enrollment procedures, the official website at [www.lacrosseschools.org](http://www.lacrosseschools.org) serves as the primary hub for community communication and school-related resources.

329

Total Students

28.3

Full-Time Teachers

11.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

54.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Spence Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	201
Hispanic	21
Black	14
Asian	54
Two or More	38
American Indian	1

White
201 (61.1%)
Asian
54 (16.4%)
Two or More
38 (11.6%)
Hispanic
21 (6.4%)
Black
14 (4.3%)
American Indian
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	La Crosse School District
Phone:	(608)789-7773
Website:	http://www.lacrosseschools.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	329
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	145
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	35

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 38

Kindergarten 52

Grade 1 46

Grade 2 47

Grade 3 46

Grade 4 49

Grade 5 51