Serving 1,180 students in grades 6-8, Madison Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi 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 Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison Middle School serves the southwest part of Madison, MS, covering an area of approximately 164.7 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Madison Middle School's student population of 1,180 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,180 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
Madison Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Middle School is 0.54, 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
#38 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
8%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
25%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
63%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Middle School's ranking?
Madison Middle School is ranked #38 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Madison Middle School often compared to?
Madison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Germantown Middle School, Old Town Middle 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 52% MS state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Madison Middle School?
1,180 students attend Madison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Madison Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Middle School?
Madison Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Madison Middle School offer ?
Madison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Middle School part of?
Madison Middle School is part of Madison County Schools.
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