Serving 220 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Craig Montessori School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Milwaukee, WI, covering approximately 96.7 square miles, with typical drives of 10-15 minutes and an average distance of 6.5 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 13.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Craig Montessori School's student population of 220 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
220 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Craig Montessori School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 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 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1834 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
83%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
6%
5%
Showing 2007–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craig Montessori School's ranking?
Craig Montessori School is ranked #1834 out of 1,962 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
220 students attend Craig Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Craig Montessori School students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Craig Montessori School?
Craig Montessori School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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 10/10/2025
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.
5 10/10/2025
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.
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