Ellsworth Elementary vs Fernwood Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 416 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellsworth Elementary
Ellsworth · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
734 students
Fernwood Montessori
Milwaukee · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
731 students
| Measure | Ellsworth Elementary Ellsworth, Wisconsin | Fernwood Montessori Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #320 of 1,069 | #631 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #14251 of 50,301 | #24456 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 734 | 731 |
| Enrollment | 734 | 731 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.8% | 20.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 35% |
| city | Ellsworth | Milwaukee |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ellsworth Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.8 vs 51.0).
- •Ellsworth Elementary does better on math proficiency (58% vs 35%).
- •Fernwood Montessori does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 54%).
- •Fernwood Montessori does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.5% vs 32.8%).
- •Ellsworth Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 22.2).
- •Ellsworth Elementary is the larger school with 734 students compared with 731.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ellsworth Elementary better than Fernwood Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Ellsworth Elementary ranks higher (65.8 vs 51.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ellsworth Elementary and Fernwood Montessori?
About 416 km in a straight line, between Ellsworth and Milwaukee in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellsworth Elementary: 734. Fernwood Montessori: 731. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellsworth Elementary and Fernwood Montessori rank in Wisconsin?
Ellsworth Elementary is 320th of 1,069 and Fernwood Montessori is 631st of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).