James Madison High School

3787 Bedford Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 3,497 students in grades 9-12, James Madison High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,497 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : 88% (Btm 50% in NY)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 89% (Top 20%)
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

James Madison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

James Madison High School's student population of 3,497 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 221 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,497 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
221 teachers
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School Rankings

James Madison High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Madison High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NY)
#430 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
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89%
55%
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85%
62%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
21%
10%
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Hispanic
17%
29%
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Black
12%
16%
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White
47%
41%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.70
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88%
85%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is James Madison High School's ranking?
James Madison High School is ranked #430 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are James Madison High School often compared to?
James Madison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midwood High School, Edward R Murrow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of James Madison High School?
The graduation rate of James Madison High School is 88%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend James Madison High School?
3,497 students attend James Madison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of James Madison High School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Madison High School?
James Madison High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does James Madison High School offer ?
James Madison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is James Madison High School part of?
James Madison High School is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.

School Reviews

5   8/3/2020
Great school with a very dedicated principal, great opportunities and programs.
- Posted by Parent - galina
5   10/10/2014
I graduated in 1948 and I will never forget the friendships, the ambiance, and some of my teachers. For French, here was Ms Belanger (? spelling), Science was Dr Drachman -----of course who could forget Mr. Brooks, dean of the boys Mr. Newfield, Principal and Ms. Keating, vice principal -----in any event, it was my home away from home....of course there was "Sunny Smith's pool room on Kings Hiway and of course, there was always Dubrows. AH!!!!!!!!!! THOsE WERE THE DAYS.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - rkras

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,497 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : 88% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 89% (Top 20%)
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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