Serving 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bay View Montessori School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay View Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bay View Montessori School's student population of 469 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bay View Montessori School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay View Montessori School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#644 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
61%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay View Montessori School's ranking?
Bay View Montessori School is ranked #644 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Bay View Montessori School often compared to?
Bay View Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernwood Montessori, Burdick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Bay View Montessori School?
469 students attend Bay View Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Bay View Montessori School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bay View Montessori School?
Bay View Montessori School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bay View Montessori School offer ?
Bay View Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bay View Montessori School part of?
Bay View Montessori School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Bay View Montessori School located?
Bay View Montessori School is located in the Tippecanoe neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Tippecanoe.
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