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#419 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 20% in state

Cooper Montessori

Elementary School · Burlington Area School District

248 Kendall St, Burlington, WI 53105

Enrollment

198

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#419 of 2,105

In Burlington

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Burlington Area School District

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Cooper Montessori

8.0/10

Elementary School in Burlington · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cooper Montessori

Cooper Montessori is a public elementary school in Burlington, WI, part of Burlington Area School District. Cooper Montessori serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cooper Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #419 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Cooper Montessori show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 198 students, Cooper Montessori 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+2.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.2 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,489
Chronic Absenteeism0.5%

Cooper Montessori — Students at Cooper Montessori score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 58.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 36 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
51.4%
ELA
47.3%
2025
Math
56.8%
ELA
75.4%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Cooper Montessori Compares

See how Cooper Montessori performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
80th percentile in WI
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.5%

Location

248 Kendall St, Burlington, WI 53105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cooper Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Star Center Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Geneva), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Waller Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Winkler Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Burlington 0.2 mi 8.0
BURLINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Burlington 0.2 mi 6.9
Waller Elementary Burlington 0.6 mi 8.7
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burlington 0.5 mi 5.0
Dyer Elementary Burlington 0.6 mi 8.3
Karcher Middle School Burlington 0.8 mi 8.0
Burlington High School Burlington 1.5 mi 5.4
Winkler Elementary Burlington 2.9 mi 8.6
Lyons Center Elementary Burlington 4.4 mi 7.4
Woodfield Elementary Waterford 6.5 mi 7.3
Wheatland Center Elementary Burlington 7.2 mi 7.3
Evergreen Elementary Waterford 6.8 mi 6.7
Fox River Middle Waterford 6.9 mi 7.7
Waterford High Waterford 6.8 mi 6.3
Trailside Elementary Waterford 7.8 mi 6.8
Randall Consolidated School Burlington 9.0 mi 7.0
MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva 7.7 mi 6.9
BLOOM360 LEARNING COMMUNITY East Troy 9.8 mi
Star Center Elementary Lake Geneva 10.1 mi 8.9
Maple Park Charter School Lake Geneva 10.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,798

Median Home Value

$295,100

Median Rent

$1,029/mo

Population

29,051

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

44.3

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Rib Mountain Elementary Wausau, WI 8.0
ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Beaver Dam, WI 8.0
ST MATTHIAS PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI 8.0
Stetsonville Elementary Stetsonville, WI 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cooper Montessori

What grades does Cooper Montessori serve?

Cooper Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Cooper Montessori?

Cooper Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cooper Montessori?

The student-teacher ratio at Cooper Montessori is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cooper Montessori rank in WI?

Cooper Montessori ranks #419 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Cooper Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?

Cooper Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Cooper Montessori?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cooper Montessori has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cooper Montessori a charter school?

No, Cooper Montessori is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cooper Montessori a Title I school?

No, Cooper Montessori is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cooper Montessori?

19.7% of students at Cooper Montessori 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Racine County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.5%

District

Burlington Area School District
District Enrollment
2,919
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,489
District Rank
#5 of 7

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