Serving 631 students in grades 6-8, Longfellow Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longfellow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Longfellow Middle School's student population of 631 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
631 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Relationships-Engagement-Learning
School Rankings
Longfellow Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1328 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
67%
66%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longfellow Middle School's ranking?
Longfellow Middle School is ranked #1328 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Longfellow Middle School often compared to?
Longfellow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Middle School?
631 students attend Longfellow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Longfellow Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Middle School?
Longfellow Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Longfellow Middle School offer ?
Longfellow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Longfellow Middle School part of?
Longfellow Middle School is part of La Crosse School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My son really enjoyed his years at Longfellow. He had wonderfull supportive teachers that also had encouraging words.
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