Serving 955 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Madison Richard Simis School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 955 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Richard Simis School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Madison Richard Simis School's student population of 955 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
955 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison Richard Simis School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Richard Simis School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#123 out of 1956 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Richard Simis School's ranking?
Madison Richard Simis School is ranked #123 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Madison Richard Simis School often compared to?
Madison Richard Simis Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Traditional Academy, Madison Heights Elementary School, Madison Rose Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Madison Richard Simis School?
955 students attend Madison Richard Simis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Madison Richard Simis School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison Richard Simis School?
Madison Richard Simis School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison Richard Simis School offer ?
Madison Richard Simis School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Madison Richard Simis School part of?
Madison Richard Simis School is part of Madison Elementary District (4270) School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison Richard Simis School located?
Madison Richard Simis School is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 26 other public schools located in Camelback East Village.
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