Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James Madison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Madison Elementary serves the southern part of Sheboygan, WI, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Madison Elementary School's student population of 327 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
James Madison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Madison Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1085 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
24%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
40%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Madison Elementary School's ranking?
James Madison Elementary School is ranked #1085 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are James Madison Elementary School often compared to?
James Madison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Lincoln-erdman 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 40% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend James Madison Elementary School?
327 students attend James Madison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of James Madison Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Madison Elementary School?
James Madison Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does James Madison Elementary School offer ?
James Madison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Madison Elementary School part of?
James Madison Elementary School is part of Sheboygan Area School District.
In what neighborhood is James Madison Elementary School located?
James Madison Elementary School is located in the James Madison neighborhood of Sheboygan, WI.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have had multiple children attend school at James Madison. The teachers really try to help their students and work together with the families. My children have all been well engaged and learned a great deal. Teachers differentiate to meet the kid's needs. School offers a lot of diversity. The kids love that there is a pool there and that they get to utilize it for PE class. I wish the playground was fully enclosed for safety reasons.
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