Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Madison South Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio 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 Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison South Elementary School's student population of 491 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Madison South Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison South Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2193 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
8%
17%
White
79%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison South Elementary School's ranking?
Madison South Elementary School is ranked #2193 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Madison South Elementary School often compared to?
Madison South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastview Elementary School, Prospect Elementary School, Woodland Elementary 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% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Madison South Elementary School?
491 students attend Madison South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Madison South Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison South Elementary School?
Madison South Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison South Elementary School offer ?
Madison South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Madison South Elementary School part of?
Madison South Elementary School is part of Madison Local School District.
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