Serving 24 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Birchwood Public Montessori ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birchwood Public Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Birchwood Public Montessori's student population of 24 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birchwood Public Montessori ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birchwood Public Montessori is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#456 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birchwood Public Montessori's ranking?
Birchwood Public Montessori is ranked #456 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Birchwood Public Montessori?
24 students attend Birchwood Public Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Birchwood Public Montessori students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birchwood Public Montessori?
Birchwood Public Montessori has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Birchwood Public Montessori offer ?
Birchwood Public Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Birchwood Public Montessori part of?
Birchwood Public Montessori is part of Birchwood School District.
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