Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, Madison Junior School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Junior School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Madison Junior School's student population of 557 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Madison Junior School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Junior School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#329 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
14%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
67%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Junior School's ranking?
Madison Junior School is ranked #329 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Madison Junior School often compared to?
Madison Junior Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Madison Junior School?
557 students attend Madison Junior School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Madison Junior School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison Junior School?
Madison Junior School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Madison Junior School offer ?
Madison Junior School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Junior School part of?
Madison Junior School is part of Madison ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School District.
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