Madison High School is a public high school located in Madison, Ohio, United States. The only high school in the Madison Local School District, it was established in 1895.
Serving 818 students in grades 9-12, Madison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Madison, OH, encompassing approximately 44 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison High School's student population of 818 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
818 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1895
School Rankings
Madison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2074 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison High School's ranking?
Madison High School is ranked #2074 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Madison High School often compared to?
Madison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perry High School, Mentor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison High School?
The graduation rate of Madison High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Madison High School?
818 students attend Madison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Madison High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison High School?
Madison High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison High School offer ?
Madison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison High School part of?
Madison High School is part of Madison Local School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
There is horrible communication in this district, especially but not limited to in the athletic areas, as well as teachers that do not explain the subject matter well.
2 10/10/2025
The system is corrupt. The teachers beat us, please help.
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