Serving 772 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fernwood Montessori 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 31% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fernwood Montessori's student population of 772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fernwood Montessori 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 Fernwood Montessori is 0.52, 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
#1008 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
66%
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
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernwood Montessori's ranking?
Fernwood Montessori is ranked #1008 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Fernwood Montessori often compared to?
Fernwood Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Downtown Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Fernwood Montessori?
772 students attend Fernwood Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Fernwood Montessori students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fernwood Montessori?
Fernwood Montessori has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fernwood Montessori offer ?
Fernwood Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fernwood Montessori part of?
Fernwood Montessori is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Fernwood Montessori located?
Fernwood Montessori is located in the Fernwood neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
School Reviews
5 1/29/2020
This school looks and sounds like a good school. I wish there were more African Americans their cause I Am one but I also can get along with Caucasian people. I hope this school is as good as it sounds because I really am looking forward to going next school year and be in a safe, welcoming environment. I hope I Can come to this school next school year with my siblings and I can't wait im going to be in 7th grade and I Am 12 years old A future student Cejai Harris.
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