Serving 124 students in grades 6-8, Madison Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Madison, IL, covering an area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison Jr High School's student population of 124 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Jr High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
90%
16%
White
3%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Jr High School's ranking?
Madison Jr High School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Madison Jr High School?
124 students attend Madison Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Madison Jr High School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Jr High School?
Madison Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Madison Jr High School offer ?
Madison Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Madison Jr High School part of?
Madison Jr High School is part of Madison CUSD 12 School District.
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