Fernwood Montessori

Fernwood Montessori serves 772 students in grades prekindergarten through eighth grade in Milwaukee's 53207 neighborhood. As a regular public school, it offers a traditional educational approach with a student-teacher ratio of 23.4:1 and a staff of 33 full-time equivalent teachers. Academically, Fernwood Montessori sits at the state median, ranking at the 50th percentile among Wisconsin schools.

The school shows stronger performance in reading, where 65 percent of students test at proficient levels or above, while mathematics presents an area for growth with 43 percent of students meeting proficiency benchmarks. The school's overall academic score of 6.1 out of 10 reflects a mixed academic profile with room for continued development. Located in Milwaukee's large urban setting, Fernwood Montessori serves a diverse student population.

Parents considering the school should think about how its current academic performance aligns with their expectations and what additional support structures might benefit their child's learning, particularly in mathematics. The school's size and staffing levels mean classroom environments are moderately sized, which can support personalized attention in some areas while presenting challenges in others depending on individual student needs.

The student-teacher ratio at Fernwood Montessori is 23.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.