Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Madelia Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota 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 approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Madelia Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Madelia school district, encompassing approximately 145.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madelia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Madelia Elementary School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madelia Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madelia Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#740 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
53%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
45%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madelia Elementary School's ranking?
Madelia Elementary School is ranked #740 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Madelia Elementary School?
352 students attend Madelia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Madelia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madelia Elementary School?
Madelia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Madelia Elementary School offer ?
Madelia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madelia Elementary School part of?
Madelia Elementary School is part of Madelia Public School District.
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