Serving 2,616 students in grades 9-12, Madison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison High School serves the eastern part of San Antonio, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 11.6 square miles. Families typically find that they are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 2 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 2.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Madison High School's student population of 2,616 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 157 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,616 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
157 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5982 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Burnt Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison High School's ranking?
Madison High School is ranked #5982 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Madison High School often compared to?
Madison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macarthur High School, Johnson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison High School?
The graduation rate of Madison High School is 89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Madison High School?
2,616 students attend Madison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Madison High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison High School?
Madison High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison High School located?
Madison High School is located in the Uptown neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Uptown.
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