BAY VIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL

Bay View Montessori School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Milwaukee School District school district, located in Milwaukee, WI with about 282 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, Bay View Montessori School has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bay View Montessori School is a public school located in the Bay View neighborhood of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As part of the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district, the school adheres to the Montessori philosophy, which emphasizes independence, hands-on learning, and a collaborative environment where students learn at their own pace. The school serves a diverse student body and is committed to fostering a supportive community that encourages both academic achievement and social-emotional development.

The school’s curriculum is designed to promote critical thinking and individualized instruction, utilizing specialized Montessori materials and multi-age classrooms. By focusing on a holistic approach to education, Bay View Montessori aims to help students develop a strong foundation in core subjects while also cultivating curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. As a key educational resource in the area, it remains dedicated to the district's mission of preparing students for success in college, career, and life.

For more information, contact Bay View Montessori School at (414) 935-0700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

357 E Howard Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53207-3923
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BAY VIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Milwaukee, WI with about 282 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
282
Teachers:
10.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 282 students

White
67.7%
Hispanic/Latino
20.6%
Two or more races
5.0%
Black or African American
3.2%
Asian
1.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.7%

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.