Serving 449 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). 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 24:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Howard Avenue Montessori School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Milwaukee, WI, covering approximately 96.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 16.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- 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
School Overview
Bay View Montessori School's student population of 449 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bay View Montessori School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay View Montessori School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#645 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
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 #645 out of 1,962 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 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 40% 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?
449 students attend Bay View Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bay View Montessori School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bay View Montessori School?
Bay View Montessori School has a student ration of 24:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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