Serving 238 students in grades 6-8, Madison Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tallulah, LA, covering approximately 650.9 square miles. The zone extends up to 24.9 miles from the school, with a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes for families within the area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison Middle School's student population of 238 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 140% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1233 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
95%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Middle School's ranking?
Madison Middle School is ranked #1233 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Madison Middle School?
238 students attend Madison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Madison Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 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 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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 Parish School District.
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