Serving 761 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Madison Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison Crossing Elementary serves the southern part of Canton, MS, covering an area of approximately 37.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Madison Crossing Elementary School's student population of 761 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
761 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Rankings
Madison Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Crossing Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#199 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
52%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
38%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Madison Crossing Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Madison Crossing Elementary School often compared to?
Madison Crossing Elementary Schoolis 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Madison Crossing Elementary School?
761 students attend Madison Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Madison Crossing Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Crossing Elementary School?
Madison Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Madison Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Madison Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Crossing Elementary School part of?
Madison Crossing Elementary School is part of Madison County Schools.
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