Serving 203 students in grades Prekindergarten-11, Isthmus Montessori Public 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Isthmus Montessori Public's student population of 203 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-11
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Isthmus Montessori Public ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isthmus Montessori Public is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1153 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
14%
13%
Black
4%
9%
White
69%
68%
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
8%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isthmus Montessori Public's ranking?
Isthmus Montessori Public is ranked #1153 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Isthmus Montessori Public?
203 students attend Isthmus Montessori Public.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Isthmus Montessori Public students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Isthmus Montessori Public?
Isthmus Montessori Public has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Isthmus Montessori Public offer ?
Isthmus Montessori Public offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-11 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Isthmus Montessori Public part of?
Isthmus Montessori Public is part of Isthmus Montessori Academy Public Agency School District.
School Reviews
5 8/28/2021
I have worked at Isthmus Montessori Academy for a couple of years and am thankful to all of the teachers, guides, and administration who have helped me in my journey to appreciate the Montessori Method. The teachers are loving and compassionate, and are so dedicated to helping guide the students to be their best.
4 12/3/2020
This is a GREAT school!!!!!!!!! I love to work in the classroom with my friends!!
5 5/20/2020
This is an amazing school! I give it 5 stars! I am a student, and I know cause I have been going to IMAP since I was 2! They make the classrooms homey. The teachers are very nice, but not too nice. They have hot lunch, and a healthy but yummy snack every morning. You get the freedom to go to any lesson you choose, and you don't need to go to every one. So ya. I hope you or your kid have a fun time at IMAP!
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