For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,157 students in 54601, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 54601, WI are Coulee Region Virtual Academy, La Crosse Polytechnic School and Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 54601 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 54601, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 54601 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than 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 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54601, WI Public High Schools (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.
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 54601, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 54601, WI include Coulee Region Virtual Academy, La Crosse Polytechnic School and Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 54601?
3 public high schools are located in 54601.
What is the racial composition of students in 54601?
54601 public high schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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