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#7116 of 9,539 schools in CA
Madison Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
2801 Bomberry St., Lakewood, CA 90712
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,116 of 9,539
In Lakewood
#15 of 15
public schools
In district
#67 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Madison Elementary
Madison Elementary is a public elementary school in Lakewood, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Madison Elementary serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,116 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Madison Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Madison Elementary runs 26:1 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 Elementary 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
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Madison Elementary — Students at Madison Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.9/10.
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
2801 Bomberry St., Lakewood, CA 90712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holmes Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CYPRIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riley Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hoover Middle Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SPECTRUM CENTER- LONG BEACH MIDDLE COUNTRY CLUB Lakewood | 0.4 mi | — |
| Riley Elementary Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Holmes Elementary Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| St. Barnabas Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST BARNABAS PARISH SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Odyssey STEM Academy Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| St. Pancratius Lakewood | 1.5 mi | — |
| Buena Vista High Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Twain Elementary Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Bethany Lutheran Long Beach | 1.4 mi | — |
| Harte Elementary Long Beach | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Hughes Middle Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| ST CYPRIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Cyprian Elementary Long Beach | 1.5 mi | — |
| Longfellow Elementary Long Beach | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SPECTRUM CENTER- LONG BEACH MIDDLE MARKET STREET Long Beach | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,246
Median Home Value
$779,600
Median Rent
$2,302/mo
Population
30,672
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
75.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
37.6
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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 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary is 26:1. 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 #7,116 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Madison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Madison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% 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?
52.4% 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
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (562) 420-7731
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #67 of 82
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