Serving 466 students in grades 6-8, James Madison Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Madison Middle School serves the northeast part of Madisonville, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 163.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Madison Middle School's student population of 466 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Madison Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Madison Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Madison Middle School's ranking?
James Madison Middle School is ranked #406 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are James Madison Middle School often compared to?
James Madison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Browning Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend James Madison Middle School?
466 students attend James Madison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of James Madison Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Madison Middle School?
James Madison Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does James Madison Middle School offer ?
James Madison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Madison Middle School part of?
James Madison Middle School is part of Hopkins County School District.
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