Emerson Elementary vs Isthmus Montessori Academy Public
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elementary
Madison · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
297 students
Isthmus Montessori Academy Public
Madison · Charter other · Grades PK–12
210 students
| Measure | Emerson Elementary Madison, Wisconsin | Isthmus Montessori Academy Public Madison, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #574 of 1,069 | – |
| National rank | #22353 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–12 |
| Students | 297 | 210 |
| Enrollment | 297 | 210 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 17.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 22% |
| city | Madison | Madison |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Isthmus Montessori Academy Public does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.6% vs 54.2%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 16.2).
- •Emerson Elementary is the larger school with 297 students compared with 210.
- •Emerson Elementary is a public school while Isthmus Montessori Academy Public is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Emerson Elementary better than Isthmus Montessori Academy Public?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Emerson Elementary and Isthmus Montessori Academy Public?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Madison and Madison in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elementary: 297. Isthmus Montessori Academy Public: 210. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elementary and Isthmus Montessori Academy Public rank in Wisconsin?
Emerson Elementary is 574th of 1,069 and Isthmus Montessori Academy Public is unranked among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).