Madison County Elementary School ranked #488 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from its peak of #310 in 2012 and a drop from #399 in 2019, placing it in the top 50% statewide.
Math proficiency was 33% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, though it declined from 55% in 2019; reading proficiency was 46%, approximately equal to the state average of 47%, with a downward trend from 52% in 2018; science proficiency ranged from 40–44%, exceeding the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable near 408 students with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, while minority enrollment constituted 21%, reflecting modest demographic diversity; eligibility for free lunch increased notably from 36% in 2000 to 55% in 2023.
The school serves grades Pre–K through 8 in the Gurley area, with 29 teachers supporting 408 students, qualifying it as a small to mid–sized Union County NJ high school alternative.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 94% in 2023 compared to Alabama's 88%, indicating strong completion outcomes for this New Jersey high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison Co Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Gurley, AL, covering an area of approximately 52.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison County Elementary School's student population of 421 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison County Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#488 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison County Elementary School's ranking?
Madison County Elementary School is ranked #488 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Madison County Elementary School often compared to?
Madison County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hope Elementary School, Owens Cross Roads School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Madison County Elementary School?
421 students attend Madison County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Madison County Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison County Elementary School?
Madison County Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison County Elementary School offer ?
Madison County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison County Elementary School part of?
Madison County Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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