Very Good
#2204 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Madison Elementary
Elementary School · Redondo Beach Unified
1401 Inglewood Ave., Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,204 of 9,539
In Redondo Beach
#8 of 12
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
Redondo Beach Unified
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Madison Elementary
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About Madison Elementary
Madison Elementary is a public elementary school in Redondo Beach, CA, part of Redondo Beach Unified. Madison Elementary serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,204 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Madison Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 8.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Madison Elementary runs 27.4:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Madison Elementary — Students at Madison Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Madison Elementary Compares
See how Madison Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1401 Inglewood Ave., Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Birney Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Redondo Beach, see our Redondo Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Academy of the Arts Redondo Beach | 0.1 mi | — |
| ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Redondo Beach | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Aegean Academy Redondo Beach | 0.2 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Redondo Beach Virtual Learning Redondo Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| Adams Middle Redondo Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Birney Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Washington Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| William Green Elementary Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| VALOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Magic Rainbow Pre School Manhattan Bch | 1.1 mi | — |
| MANHATTAN ACADEMY Manhattan Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Manhattan Academy Manhattan Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| DEL SOL PRESCHOOL-KINDERGARTEN:A REGGIO-INSPIRED C Manhattan Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Jane Addams Middle Lawndale | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| R. K. Lloyde High Lawndale | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Centinela Valley Independent Study Lawndale | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Lawndale High Lawndale | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90278 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,581
Median Home Value
$1,195,700
Median Rent
$2,417/mo
Population
42,536
College Educated
62.5%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
38.9
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|---|---|
| A. L. Conner Elementary Orange Cove, CA | 7.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 7.6 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| Agnes L. Smith Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 7.6 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 7.6 |
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Madison Elementary
What grades does Madison Elementary serve?
Madison Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Madison Elementary?
Madison Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary is 27.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Madison Elementary rank in CA?
Madison Elementary ranks #2,204 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Madison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Madison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Madison Elementary a charter school?
No, Madison Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Madison Elementary a Title I school?
No, Madison Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madison Elementary?
21.1% of students at Madison Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (310) 798-8623
Resources & Links
District
Redondo Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,485
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,244
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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