SPENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Spence Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the La Crosse School District school district, located in La Crosse, WI with about 392 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Spence Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

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.

For more information, contact Spence Elementary at (608) 789-7773 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2150 Bennett St
La Crosse, WI 54601-6673
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SPENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in La Crosse, WI with about 392 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
392
Teachers:
31.92
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 392 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SPENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.

White
71.2%
Two or more races
11.7%
Asian
11.7%
Black or African American
3.8%
Hispanic/Latino
1.5%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.