Madrid–Waddington Central School, often shortened to MWCS, is a public school offering Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 education located in Madrid, New York. It is a small, rural district located in St. Lawrence County on State Highway 345 between the communities of Madrid and Waddington, New York.
Serving 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Madrid-waddington Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Madrid-Waddington Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Madrid, NY, encompassing approximately 126.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 9.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madrid-waddington Elementary School's student population of 303 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Rankings
Madrid-waddington Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madrid-waddington Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2098 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
A Yellow Jacket
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madrid-waddington Elementary School's ranking?
Madrid-waddington Elementary School is ranked #2098 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Madrid-waddington Elementary School often compared to?
Madrid-waddington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Madrid-waddington Elementary School?
303 students attend Madrid-waddington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Madrid-waddington Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madrid-waddington Elementary School?
Madrid-waddington Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Madrid-waddington Elementary School offer ?
Madrid-waddington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Madrid-waddington Elementary School part of?
Madrid-waddington Elementary School is part of Madrid-Waddington Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
after 20 years we had a son. our other children went to potsdam, as i did.
i was orried about a different school but i love it so much! it is so nice. our son is doing very well. he's now in 3 rd grade and i hope we''ll be able to finish his schooling here! he's getting a great education with wonderful teachers!
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