Serving 96 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mauston Montessori Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mauston Montessori Charter School's student population of 96 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Mauston Montessori Charter 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 Mauston Montessori Charter School is 0.36, 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
#1123 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
79%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mauston Montessori Charter School's ranking?
Mauston Montessori Charter School is ranked #1123 out of 1,962 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Mauston Montessori Charter School?
96 students attend Mauston Montessori Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mauston Montessori Charter School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mauston Montessori Charter School?
Mauston Montessori Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mauston Montessori Charter School offer ?
Mauston Montessori Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mauston Montessori Charter School part of?
Mauston Montessori Charter School is part of Mauston School District.
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