Serving 153 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Appleton Public 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appleton Public Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Appleton Public Montessori's student population of 153 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Appleton Public Montessori ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Appleton Public Montessori is 0.32, 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
#613 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appleton Public Montessori's ranking?
Appleton Public Montessori is ranked #613 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Appleton Public Montessori?
153 students attend Appleton Public Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Appleton Public Montessori students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Appleton Public Montessori?
Appleton Public Montessori has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Appleton Public Montessori offer ?
Appleton Public Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Appleton Public Montessori part of?
Appleton Public Montessori is part of Appleton Area School District.
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