Serving 772 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Madison Traditional Academy 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 81% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Traditional Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Madison Traditional Academy's student population of 772 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison Traditional Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Traditional Academy is 0.55, 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
#33 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
62%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Traditional Academy's ranking?
Madison Traditional Academy is ranked #33 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Madison Traditional Academy?
772 students attend Madison Traditional Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Madison Traditional Academy students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison Traditional Academy?
Madison Traditional Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison Traditional Academy offer ?
Madison Traditional Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Madison Traditional Academy part of?
Madison Traditional Academy is part of Madison Elementary District (4270) School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison Traditional Academy located?
Madison Traditional Academy 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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