Serving 1,525 students in grades 9-12, Madison County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Danielsville, GA, covering approximately 285.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Madison County High School's student population of 1,525 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,525 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison County High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#807 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gray
School Mascot
Red Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison County High School's ranking?
Madison County High School is ranked #807 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Madison County High School often compared to?
Madison County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison County High School?
The graduation rate of Madison County High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Madison County High School?
1,525 students attend Madison County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Madison County High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison County High School?
Madison County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Madison County High School offer ?
Madison County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison County High School part of?
Madison County High School is part of Madison County School District.
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