Midtown Elementary School ranked #73 in Alabama in 2023, falling from its peak rank of #31 in 2018, indicating a downward trend in overall state ranking.
Math proficiency was 57%, higher than the state average of 30% but approximately equal to the district's 58% in 2023, showing improvement since 2021's 49%.
Reading proficiency stood at 77%, higher than the state average of 47% and above the district average of 73%, with a general stable trend since 2018.
Science proficiency ranged from 60% to 64%, higher than the state average of 38% and exceeding the district's 62% in 2022.
Enrollment increased to 1,030 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1; minority enrollment was 47%, reflecting a diverse student body in this Madison, AL public elementary school serving grades PK–5.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,097 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: West Madison Elementary School serves the northeast part of Madison, AL, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midtown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Midtown Elementary School's student population of 1,097 students has grown by 102% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,097 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Midtown Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midtown Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#73 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, navy, and lime green
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midtown Elementary School's ranking?
Midtown Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Midtown Elementary School often compared to?
Midtown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Midtown Elementary School?
1,097 students attend Midtown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Midtown Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midtown Elementary School?
Midtown Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Midtown Elementary School offer ?
Midtown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midtown Elementary School part of?
Midtown Elementary School is part of Madison City School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
The principal has her own agenda, the standard spin is: admit to nothing; do not acknowledge anything that is remotely negative. Leadership is the keeper of the truth and everyone else's truth is just a "perception."
5 10/10/2025
I love West Madison and their principal. She and all the teachers are amazing. I really hope they do not close the school.
5 10/10/2025
West Madison is an awesome school with an amazing set of teachers, support staff members, and administrators! I hope as West Madison transitions to the new MidTown building they will keep their close family feel despite its growing size.
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