For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,442 students in Madison, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 875 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in Madison, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Madison, IN are Lydia Middleton Elementary School, Rykers' Ridge Elementary School and Madison Consolidated Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Madison, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Madison have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Madison, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lydia Middleton Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
714 W Main St
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8005
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8005
Grades: PK-4
| 328 students
Rank: #22.
Rykers' Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2485 N Rykers' Ridge Rd
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8006
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8006
Grades: PK-4
| 204 students
Rank: #33.
Madison Consolidated Jr High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 8th St
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8003
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8003
Grades: 5-8
| 688 students
Rank: #44.
Madison Consolidated High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
743 Clifty Dr
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8408
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8408
Grades: 9-12
| 761 students
Rank: #55.
Anderson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2325 Cherry Dr
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8004
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8004
Grades: PK-4
| 461 students
Madison, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
800 Lanier Dr
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8004
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8004
Grades: 7-12
| 89 students
419 East St
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 273-8524
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 273-8524
Grades: K-5
| 223 students
800 Bus Stop Dr
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 265-6154
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 265-6154
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2325 Cherry Dr
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 273-8528
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 273-8528
Grades: PK
| 90 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Madison, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Madison, IN include Lydia Middleton Elementary School, Rykers' Ridge Elementary School and Madison Consolidated Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in Madison?
5 public schools are located in Madison.
What percentage of students in Madison go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in Madison are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Madison?
Madison public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Madison are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Madison include: Lydia Middleton Elementary School vs. Anderson Elementary School, Anderson Elementary School vs. Lydia Middleton Elementary School, Rykers' Ridge Elementary School vs. Anderson Elementary School
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