Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Madison County Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Madison County Elementary School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Madison County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison County Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#524 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
4%
32%
White
79%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison County Elementary School's ranking?
Madison County Elementary School is ranked #524 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Madison County Elementary School often compared to?
Madison County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Madison County Elementary School?
408 students attend Madison County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Madison County Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison County Elementary School?
Madison County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison County Elementary School offer ?
Madison County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Madison County Elementary School part of?
Madison County Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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