Madison Elementary School ranked #63 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from a top 10 state rank (#7) in 2012, indicating weakening overall performance in recent years.
Math proficiency was 59%, higher than the state average of 30% but declined from a peak of 98% in 2012; reading proficiency was 79%, higher than the state average of 47%, though below earlier scores above 90%.
Science proficiency ranged from 60% to 64%, higher than the state average of 38% in 2022, maintaining relatively strong performance in this subject area.
Enrollment stood at 546 students from prekindergarten through 5th grade, with a 14:1 student–teacher ratio; minority enrollment was 45%, reflecting a diverse student body for this Madison, AL elementary school.
Free lunch eligibility increased to 25% in 2023 from 5% in 1999, signaling growing socioeconomic needs among the student population.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison area neighborhoods, with most students within a 5-10 min. drive (avg. 1.2 mi., furthest 2.3 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Madison Elementary School's student population of 603 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
603 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Madison Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#63 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
19%
31%
White
51%
50%
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Elementary School's ranking?
Madison Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Madison Elementary School often compared to?
Madison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Madison Elementary School?
603 students attend Madison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Madison Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Elementary School?
Madison Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison Elementary School offer ?
Madison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Elementary School part of?
Madison Elementary School is part of Madison City School District.
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