Serving 1,859 students in grades 9-12, Madera South High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,859 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madera South High serves the eastern part of Madera, CA, covering an area of approximately 258.5 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madera South High School's student population of 1,859 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,859 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madera South High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madera South High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8059 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
94%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Graduation Rate
93%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Purple
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madera South High School's ranking?
Madera South High School is ranked #8059 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Madera South High School often compared to?
Madera South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madera High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madera South High School?
The graduation rate of Madera South High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Madera South High School?
1,859 students attend Madera South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Madera South High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madera South High School?
Madera South High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Madera South High School offer ?
Madera South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Madera South High School part of?
Madera South High School is part of Madera Unified School District.
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