Madison County School District
School District · Richmond, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
20
11 elem, 5 mid, 4 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,260
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
20
11 elem, 5 mid, 4 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,260
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#32 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,260
$1,726 vs Kentucky median
District size
11,241 students
Much larger than Kentucky median
About Madison County
Madison County is a Richmond, Kentucky school district serving 20 schools. The district educates 11,241 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1. The district invests $12,260 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.9/10, Madison County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Glenn R Marshall Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.2/10.
In standardized testing, Madison County students show an average math proficiency of 39.4% and ELA proficiency of 51.2%.
The district includes 11 elementary schools , 5 middle schools , and 4 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Madison County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Madison County with test data.
Schools in Madison County
20 schools Elementary Schools 11
Middle Schools 5
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Richmond
- Total Enrollment
- 11,241
- Teachers (FTE)
- 706
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Madison County?
Madison County has 20 schools in total — 11 elementary, 5 middle, and 4 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Madison County?
The average composite rating for Madison County is 6.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Madison County?
Madison County spends $12,260 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Madison County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Madison County is 15.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Madison County?
Glenn R Marshall Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Madison County with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What are the test scores in Madison County?
Across schools in Madison County with test data, the average math proficiency is 39.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 51.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Madison County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Madison County has an average school rating of 6.9/10 across 20 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Kentucky by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 39.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 51.2%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in KY
Compare Madison County with neighboring districts in the state.
- Jefferson County (171)
- Fayette County (79)
- Kentucky Tech System (55)
- Warren County (34)
- Boone County (28)
- Hardin County (27)
- Bullitt County (25)
- Daviess County (24)
- Kenton County (22)
- Oldham County (22)
- Pike County (20)
- Christian County (19)
- Laurel County (19)
- Hopkins County (18)
- Scott County (17)
- Franklin County (16)
- Knox County (15)
- Floyd County (14)
- Jessamine County (14)
- Mccracken County (14)
- Pulaski County (14)
- Shelby County (14)
- Henderson County (13)
- Nelson County (13)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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