Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rusd Montessori ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rusd Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rusd Montessori's student population of 325 students has grown by 150% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 214% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rusd Montessori 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 Rusd Montessori is 0.61, 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
#899 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
25%
14%
Black
10%
9%
White
56%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rusd Montessori's ranking?
Rusd Montessori is ranked #899 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Rusd Montessori often compared to?
Rusd Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary School, Mitchell School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Rusd Montessori?
325 students attend Rusd Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Rusd Montessori students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rusd Montessori?
Rusd Montessori has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rusd Montessori offer ?
Rusd Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rusd Montessori part of?
Rusd Montessori is part of Racine Unified School District.
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