Serving 477 students in grades 9-12, Madison Academic Magnet High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Academic Magnet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Madison Academic Magnet High School's student population of 477 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
477 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Madison Academic Magnet High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Academic Magnet High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#269 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%

Hispanic
16%
15%

Black
18%
21%

White
54%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
45%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Academic Magnet High School's ranking?
Madison Academic Magnet High School is ranked #269 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Madison Academic Magnet High School often compared to?
Madison Academic Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Technology Magnet High School, North Side High School, Jackson Central-merry Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison Academic Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Madison Academic Magnet High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Madison Academic Magnet High School?
477 students attend Madison Academic Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Madison Academic Magnet High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison Academic Magnet High School?
Madison Academic Magnet High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Madison Academic Magnet High School offer ?
Madison Academic Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Madison Academic Magnet High School part of?
Madison Academic Magnet High School is part of Madison County School District.
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