Serving 2,113 students in grades 9-12, Madison High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Madison High School's student population of 2,113 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Madison High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison High School is 0.61, 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
#307 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
8%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
2%
22%
White
58%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison High School's ranking?
Madison High School is ranked #307 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Madison High School often compared to?
Madison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall High School, Oakton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison High School?
The graduation rate of Madison High School is 96%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Madison High School?
2,113 students attend Madison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Madison High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison High School?
Madison High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Madison High School offer ?
Madison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Madison High School part of?
Madison High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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