Serving 474 students in grades 3-5, Madison Avenue Upper ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison Avenue Upper Elementary serves the southern part of Madison, MS, covering an area of approximately 14.7 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Avenue Upper ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Madison Avenue Upper's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Mark of Excellence
School Rankings
Madison Avenue Upper ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Avenue Upper is 0.49, 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
#8 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Avenue Upper's ranking?
Madison Avenue Upper is ranked #8 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Madison Avenue Upper often compared to?
Madison Avenue Upperis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Station Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Madison Avenue Upper?
474 students attend Madison Avenue Upper.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Madison Avenue Upper students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Avenue Upper?
Madison Avenue Upper has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Madison Avenue Upper offer ?
Madison Avenue Upper offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Avenue Upper part of?
Madison Avenue Upper is part of Madison County Schools.
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