Family And Children Centers Alternative Education in La Crosse, WI, serves 38 students in grades K–12 within a nonsectarian, city–based special education program.
Founded in 1881, the school is among the oldest private schools in Wisconsin.
The student–teacher ratio of 10:1, supported by a faculty of four teachers.
Approximately 33% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WI School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Family And Children Centers Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Better tomorrows start with us
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Family And Children Centers Alternative Education often compared to?
Family And Children Centers Alternative Education is often viewed alongside schools like Chileda by visitors of our site.
What is Family And Children Centers Alternative Education's ranking?
Family And Children Centers Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Family And Children Centers Alternative Education?
The application deadline for Family And Children Centers Alternative Education is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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People that viewed Family And Children Centers Alternative Education also viewed these schools: Chileda, Genesee Lake School, First Lutheran School, Mt. Calvary-grace Lutheran School and Providence Academy.
The nearest high school and preschool to Family And Children Centers Alternative Education is Aquinas Catholic Schools (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is First Lutheran School (0.3 miles away)
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Gr: K-8 | 159 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
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(608) 784-8585
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Cathedral School
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(608) 782-5998
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(608) 782-5564
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(608) 782-5564
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Aquinas High School
(Catholic)
315 11th St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-0156
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-0156
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Aquinas Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
315 S 11th St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,030 students
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Alternative School
99 Milwaukee St
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(608) 519-5540
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 519-5540
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Gr: K-12 | 42 students Tuition listed
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(608) 784-6167
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 784-6167
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Chileda
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1825 Victory St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-6480
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-6480
2.2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 51 students Avg. class size: 8 students
Driftless Pass School
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3710 E Ave S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 317-0553
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 317-0553
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First Lutheran School ![First Lutheran School Photo]( "First Lutheran School Photo")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
520 West Avenue S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-1050
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-1050
0.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 159 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Aquinas Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
315 S 11th St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,030 students
Cathedral School
(Catholic)
1319 Ferry St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-5998
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-5998
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 190 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
2404 King St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-5564
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-5564
0.6 miles
Gr: 3-6 | 198 students
Aquinas High School
(Catholic)
315 11th St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-0156
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-0156
0.8 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 157 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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Aquinas Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
315 S 11th St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8585
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,030 students
Cathedral School
(Catholic)
1319 Ferry St
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-5998
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 782-5998
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 190 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Clara Fields School Of Excellence Cfse
Daycare / Preschool
727 4th Sreet S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 519-2367
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 519-2367
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
Mt. Calvary-grace Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
1614 Park Ave
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8223
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 784-8223
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 73 students
716 Windsor St
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 784-6167
La Crosse, WI 54603
(608) 784-6167
2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 106 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2101 Campbell Rd
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7990
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7990
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
807 East Ave S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7006
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7006
0.6 miles
Gr: PK | 104 students Minority enrollment: 13%
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
1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 102 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1111 7th St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7695
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 789-7695
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 151 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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
1.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 86 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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