Serving 244 students in grades 9-12, Madison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison High School's student population of 244 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Madison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2756 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
58%
18%
White
34%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison High School's ranking?
Madison High School is ranked #2756 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Madison High School often compared to?
Madison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lamphere High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison High School?
The graduation rate of Madison High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Madison High School?
244 students attend Madison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Madison High School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison High School?
Madison High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison High School offer ?
Madison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison High School part of?
Madison High School is part of Madison District School District.
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