Serving 844 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 844 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- 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 844 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
844 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Madison Richard Simis School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Richard Simis School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#136 out of 1854 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
65%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #136 out of 1,854 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Madison Richard Simis School?
844 students attend Madison Richard Simis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Madison Richard Simis School students are White, 22% 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 21:1, 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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School!
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of School!
August 06, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 07, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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