Serving 52 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Barron Area Montessori School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 52 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barron Area Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Barron Area Montessori School's student population of 52 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Barron Area Montessori School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barron Area Montessori School is 0.29, 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
#456 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
84%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Barron Area Montessori School's ranking?
Barron Area Montessori School is ranked #456 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Barron Area Montessori School often compared to?
Barron Area Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cameron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Barron Area Montessori School?
52 students attend Barron Area Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Barron Area Montessori School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barron Area Montessori School?
Barron Area Montessori School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barron Area Montessori School offer ?
Barron Area Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barron Area Montessori School part of?
Barron Area Montessori School is part of Barron Area School District.
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