Serving 731 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fernwood 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 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Fernwood Montessori's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Milwaukee, WI, encompassing approximately 96.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fernwood Montessori's student population of 731 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
731 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fernwood Montessori 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 Fernwood Montessori is 0.53, 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
#929 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
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 Fernwood Montessori's ranking?
Fernwood Montessori is ranked #929 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Fernwood Montessori often compared to?
Fernwood Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Downtown Montessori, Bay View Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Fernwood Montessori?
731 students attend Fernwood Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Fernwood Montessori students are White, 21% 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 22:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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 10/10/2025
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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