Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Madison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Madison Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Madison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1509 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
55%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Elementary School's ranking?
Madison Elementary School is ranked #1509 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Madison Elementary School often compared to?
Madison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Browne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Madison Elementary School?
284 students attend Madison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Madison Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison Elementary School?
Madison Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Madison Elementary School offer ?
Madison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Elementary School part of?
Madison Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison Elementary School located?
Madison Elementary School is located in the Northtown neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Northtown.
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