Serving 488 students in grades 9-12, Madison County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Madison County High School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Madison County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison County High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2428 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
54%
21%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison County High School's ranking?
Madison County High School is ranked #2428 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Madison County High School often compared to?
Madison County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Madison Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison County High School?
The graduation rate of Madison County High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Madison County High School?
488 students attend Madison County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Madison County High School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison County High School?
Madison County High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison County High School offer ?
Madison County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Madison County High School part of?
Madison County High School is part of Madison School District.
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