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#4339 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Madison Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
9820 Madison Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,339 of 9,539
In South Gate
#16 of 25
public schools
In district
#463 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Madison Elementary
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About Madison Elementary
Madison Elementary is a public elementary school in South Gate, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Madison Elementary serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,339 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Madison Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% 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 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
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
9820 Madison Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Victoria Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montara Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Gate, see our South Gate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Montara Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Stanford Primary Center South Gate | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Gate | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Stanford Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| South East High South Gate | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Simon Rodia Continuation South Gate | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Odyssey Continuation South Gate | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Southeast Middle South Gate | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| South Gate Senior High South Gate | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Valiente College Preparatory Charter South Gate | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Willow Elementary South Gate | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Lynwood | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| San Miguel Elementary South Gate | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| English For All Language & Homeschool Academy South Gate | 0.8 mi | — |
| St. Emydius School Lynwood | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST EMYDIUS SCHOOL Lynwood | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| KIPP Corazon Academy South Gate | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Independence Elementary South Gate | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle Lynwood | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90280 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,379
Median Home Value
$608,500
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
91,719
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.2
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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 507 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary is 19.5:1. 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 #4,339 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Madison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Madison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% 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?
93.5% 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
- 507
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (323) 568-3900
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #463 of 769
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