Serving 780 students in grades 9-12, Madison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California 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 California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison High serves the northwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison High School's student population of 780 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
780 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison High School is 0.57, 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
#8082 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison High School's ranking?
Madison High School is ranked #8082 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Madison High School often compared to?
Madison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westview High School, Scripps Ranch High School, Clairemont High 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 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison High School?
The graduation rate of Madison High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Madison High School?
780 students attend Madison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Madison High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison High School?
Madison High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Madison High School offer ?
Madison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Madison High School part of?
Madison High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison High School located?
Madison High School is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
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