Serving 860 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 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 12% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Macdowell Montessori School K3-12's student population of 860 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
860 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 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 Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 is 0.65, which is more 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
#1736 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
52%
9%
White
26%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macdowell Montessori School K3-12's ranking?
Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 is ranked #1736 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Macdowell Montessori School K3-12?
The graduation rate of Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 is 60-69%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Macdowell Montessori School K3-12?
860 students attend Macdowell Montessori School K3-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 students are Black, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macdowell Montessori School K3-12?
Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 offer ?
Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 part of?
Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 located?
Macdowell Montessori School K3-12 is located in the Bluemound Heights neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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