Serving 134 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Madison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison Elementary School's student population of 134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
134 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
16%
5%
White
41%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Elementary School's ranking?
Madison Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Madison Elementary School often compared to?
Madison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Bennett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Madison Elementary School?
134 students attend Madison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Madison Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Elementary School?
Madison Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Madison Elementary School offer ?
Madison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Madison Elementary School part of?
Madison Elementary School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison Elementary School located?
Madison Elementary School is located in the Madison Unicorn Park neighborhood of Fargo, ND.
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