Madison Headstart serves 24 students in grades Prekindergarten.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Headstart ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Madison Headstart's student population of 24 students has declined by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (12-13)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Madison Headstart is 0.80, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
21%
26%
Black
29%
5%
White
21%
49%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Madison Headstart?
24 students attend Madison Headstart.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Madison Headstart students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Madison Headstart offer ?
Madison Headstart offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Madison Headstart part of?
Madison Headstart is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison Headstart located?
Madison Headstart is located in the South Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 7 other public schools located in South Tacoma.
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