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Madison Park School

Middle School · Madison Elementary District (4270)

1431 E. Campbell, Phoenix, AZ 85014

Enrollment

480

Student-Teacher

20.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,346 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#258 of 422

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

Madison Elementary District (4270)

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Madison Park School

5.4/10

Middle School in Phoenix · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.3/10

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About Madison Park School

Madison Park School is a public middle school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Madison Elementary District (4270). Madison Park School serves approximately 480 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,346 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Madison Park School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

Madison Park School runs 20.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

32% of students at Madison Park School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,428
Chronic Absenteeism31.5%

Madison Park School — Students at Madison Park School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
49%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
34%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How Madison Park School Compares

See how Madison Park School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1431 E. Campbell, Phoenix, AZ 85014

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madison Park School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Madison Highland Prep (rated 9.3/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Phoenix Coding Academy (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montecito Community School (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Madison Highland Prep Phoenix 0.0 mi 9.3
Arizona Autism Charter School Phoenix 0.4 mi 5.9
Arizona Autism Charter School Upper School Campus Phoenix 0.4 mi 5.7
Arizona Autism Charter - Online High School Phoenix 0.4 mi 6.1
Arizona Autism Charter School-Online K-8 Phoenix 0.4 mi 5.3
Self Development Academy-Phoenix Phoenix 0.5 mi 6.7
Longview Elementary School Phoenix 0.6 mi 5.8
Madison Camelview Elementary Phoenix 0.7 mi 6.5
Montecito Community School Phoenix 0.8 mi 7.2
Learning Institute The Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.3
Loma Linda Elementary School Phoenix 1.0 mi 3.6
Madison #1 Elementary School Phoenix 1.1 mi 6.0
XAVIER COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.4
International Commerce High School - Phoenix Phoenix 1.2 mi 6.4
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Phoenix 1.1 mi 6.1
BROPHY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.2
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Phoenix 1.4 mi 6.4
Central High School Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.8
Phoenix Coding Academy Phoenix 1.3 mi 8.5
BASIS Phoenix Central Primary Phoenix 1.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,995

Median Home Value

$447,500

Median Rent

$1,339/mo

Population

26,215

College Educated

42.6%

Homeownership

40.6%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madison Park School

What grades does Madison Park School serve?

Madison Park School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Madison Park School?

Madison Park School has an enrollment of approximately 480 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Park School?

The student-teacher ratio at Madison Park School is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madison Park School rank in AZ?

Madison Park School ranks #1,346 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Madison Park School's MySchoolScout rating?

Madison Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Madison Park School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison Park School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Madison Park School a charter school?

No, Madison Park School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Madison Park School a Title I school?

No, Madison Park School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

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