Serving 323 students in grades 4-5, Madison School ranks in the top 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Dixon, IL, encompassing approximately 117.8 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison School's student population of 323 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
323 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison School is 0.36, 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
#1756 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
79%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison School's ranking?
Madison School is ranked #1756 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Madison School?
323 students attend Madison School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Madison School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison School?
Madison School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Madison School offer ?
Madison School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Madison School part of?
Madison School is part of Dixon USD 170 School District.
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