Very Good
#864 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 41% in state
Barron Area Montessori School
Elementary School · Barron Area School District
PO Box 86, Almena, WI 54805
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#864 of 2,105
In district
#4 of 6
Barron Area School District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Barron Area Montessori School
Elementary School in Almena · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Barron Area Montessori School
Barron Area Montessori School is a public elementary school in Almena, WI, part of Barron Area School District. Barron Area Montessori School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Barron Area Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #864 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Barron Area Montessori School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Barron Area Montessori School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Barron Area Montessori School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Barron Area Montessori School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Barron Area Montessori School — Students at Barron Area Montessori School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Barron Area Montessori School Compares
See how Barron Area Montessori School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 86, Almena, WI 54805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barron Area Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Turtle Lake Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Turtle Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prairie Farm Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Prairie Farm), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Woodland Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Barron), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Almena, see our Almena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOSPEL MENNONITE SCHOOL Almena | 2.4 mi | — |
| HILLCREST MENNONITE SCHOOL Barron | 5.1 mi | — |
| Turtle Lake Elementary Turtle Lake | 5.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Turtle Lake High Turtle Lake | 5.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Laker Online Turtle Lake | 5.3 mi | — |
| Turtle Lake Middle Turtle Lake | 5.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Cumberland Middle Cumberland | 7.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Island City Virtual Academy Cumberland | 7.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Cumberland High Cumberland | 7.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Cumberland Elementary Cumberland | 8.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Clayton Elementary Clayton | 9.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Clayton High Clayton | 9.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Clayton Middle Clayton | 9.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Riverview Middle Barron | 8.4 mi | 7.5 |
| BARRON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Barron | 8.9 mi | — |
| Woodland Elementary Barron | 9.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Prairie Farm Middle Prairie Farm | 13.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Prairie Farm Elementary Prairie Farm | 13.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Prairie Farm High Prairie Farm | 13.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Barron High Barron | 9.3 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,917
Median Home Value
$171,200
Median Rent
$664/mo
Population
1,662
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gilmanton Elementary Gilmanton, WI | 6.9 |
| Katherine Johnson Academy of Enriched Virtual Learning Green Bay, WI | 7.1 |
| LAMB OF GOD EV LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Allis, WI | 6.9 |
| ST BONIFACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Germantown, WI | 6.9 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Colby, WI | 6.9 |
| ST STEPHEN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Horicon, WI | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barron Area Montessori School
What grades does Barron Area Montessori School serve?
Barron Area Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Barron Area Montessori School?
Barron Area Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barron Area Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Barron Area Montessori School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barron Area Montessori School rank in WI?
Barron Area Montessori School ranks #864 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Barron Area Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Barron Area Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Barron Area Montessori School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barron Area Montessori School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Barron Area Montessori School a charter school?
Yes, Barron Area Montessori School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Barron Area Montessori School a Title I school?
No, Barron Area Montessori School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barron Area Montessori School?
65.4% of students at Barron Area Montessori School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Barron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.7%
- Phone
- (715) 357-3263
Resources & Links
District
Barron Area School District- District Enrollment
- 1,091
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,110
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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