Serving 3,630 students in grades 9-12, James Madison High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Madison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
James Madison High School's student population of 3,630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 212 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
212 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James Madison High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Madison High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#540 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Madison High School's ranking?
James Madison High School is ranked #540 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are James Madison High School often compared to?
James Madison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midwood High School, Edward R Murrow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of James Madison High School?
The graduation rate of James Madison High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend James Madison High School?
3,630 students attend James Madison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of James Madison High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Madison High School?
James Madison High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does James Madison High School offer ?
James Madison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is James Madison High School part of?
James Madison High School is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is James Madison High School located?
James Madison High School is located in the Madison neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
School Reviews
5 8/3/2020
Great school with a very dedicated principal, great opportunities and programs.
5 10/10/2014
I graduated in 1948 and I will never forget the friendships, the ambiance, and some of my teachers. For French, here was Ms Belanger (? spelling), Science was Dr Drachman -----of course who could forget Mr. Brooks, dean of the boys Mr. Newfield, Principal and Ms. Keating, vice principal -----in any event, it was my home away from home....of course there was "Sunny Smith's pool room on Kings Hiway and of course, there was always Dubrows. AH!!!!!!!!!! THOsE WERE THE DAYS.
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