Serving 1,195 students in grades 9-12, Madison Southern High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Southern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Madison Southern High School's student population of 1,195 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Madison Southern High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Southern High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
11%
White
91%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Southern High School's ranking?
Madison Southern High School is ranked #142 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Madison Southern High School often compared to?
Madison Southern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Central High School, Berea Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison Southern High School?
The graduation rate of Madison Southern High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Madison Southern High School?
1,195 students attend Madison Southern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Madison Southern High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison Southern High School?
Madison Southern High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Madison Southern High School offer ?
Madison Southern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Southern High School part of?
Madison Southern High School is part of Madison County School District.
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