Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Craig Montessori 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Craig Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Craig Montessori School's student population of 257 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Craig Montessori School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Craig Montessori School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1888 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
83%
9%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craig Montessori School's ranking?
Craig Montessori School is ranked #1888 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Craig Montessori School often compared to?
Craig Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Craig Montessori School?
257 students attend Craig Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Craig Montessori School students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Craig Montessori School?
Craig Montessori School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Craig Montessori School offer ?
Craig Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Craig Montessori School part of?
Craig Montessori School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Craig Montessori School located?
Craig Montessori School is located in the Capitol Heights neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Capitol Heights.
School Reviews
5 1/19/2012
This is a very good school. My daughter is in her first year there, but as a former teacher myself, I have very high expectations of schools and this one is wonderful. Very pure montessori, orderly environment, caring teachers, well-behaved students. Principal who has great rapport with staff, students and parents.
5 9/8/2008
This is a good school. My kids have been in this school since 3K. However, this listing says it is a K-6 school. However, it is actually a K-8 School. There are not a lot of extracurricular activites in the school, but the ones that they have are good.
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