Madison Central High School is a public high school located in Richmond, Kentucky, United States. The school had an enrollment of 2,226 in the 2022–2023 year.
Serving 2,107 students in grades 9-12, Madison Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison Central High School serves the northern part of Richmond, KY, covering an area of approximately 243 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 10.4 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 13.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Madison Central High School's student population of 2,107 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,107 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison Central High 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 Madison Central High School is 0.40, 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
#497 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Central High School's ranking?
Madison Central High School is ranked #497 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Madison Central High School often compared to?
Madison Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Southern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison Central High School?
The graduation rate of Madison Central High School is 91%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Madison Central High School?
2,107 students attend Madison Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Madison Central High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Central High School?
Madison Central High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Madison Central High School offer ?
Madison Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Madison Central High School part of?
Madison Central High School is part of Madison County School District.
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