Serving 976 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Madison Richard Simis School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 976 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison Richard Simis School serves the west part of Phoenix, AZ, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Richard Simis School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Madison Richard Simis School's student population of 976 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
976 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison Richard Simis School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Richard Simis School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#79 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
63%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Richard Simis School's ranking?
Madison Richard Simis School is ranked #79 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Madison Richard Simis School often compared to?
Madison Richard Simis Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Traditional Academy, Madison Rose Lane School, Madison Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Madison Richard Simis School?
976 students attend Madison Richard Simis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Madison Richard Simis School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Richard Simis School?
Madison Richard Simis School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison Richard Simis School offer ?
Madison Richard Simis School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Richard Simis School part of?
Madison Richard Simis School is part of Madison Elementary District (4270).
In what neighborhood is Madison Richard Simis School located?
Madison Richard Simis School is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 26 other public schools located in Camelback East Village.
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