Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Madison Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison Elementary School serves the west part of the Pella, IA school district, covering an area of approximately 72.1 square miles. Most families are within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.3 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Madison Elementary School's student population of 401 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Everyone to Learn, Lead & Achieve
School Rankings
Madison Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#360 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
87%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Elementary School's ranking?
Madison Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Madison Elementary School often compared to?
Madison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Madison Elementary School?
401 students attend Madison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Madison Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Elementary School?
Madison Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Madison Elementary School offer ?
Madison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Madison Elementary School part of?
Madison Elementary School is part of Pella Comm School District.
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