Very Good
#2617 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Madison Elementary
Elementary School · San Leandro Unified
1145 Aladdin Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,617 of 9,539
In San Leandro
#3 of 17
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
San Leandro Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Madison Elementary
Madison Elementary is a public elementary school in San Leandro, CA, part of San Leandro Unified. Madison Elementary serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,617 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Madison Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Madison Elementary runs 22.2:1 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 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.7/10.
How Madison Elementary Compares
See how Madison Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1145 Aladdin Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE PRINCIPLED ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WOODROE WOODS SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Monroe Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Leandro, see our San Leandro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Felicitas Catholic School San Leandro | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST FELICITAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Leandro | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Dayton Elementary San Leandro | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Corvallis Elementary San Leandro | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Washington Manor Middle San Leandro | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Monroe Elementary San Leandro | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| John Muir Middle San Leandro | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| WOODROE WOODS SCHOOL San Leandro | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Woodroe Woods School San Leandro | 1.2 mi | — |
| Halkin Elementary San Leandro | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln High (Continuation) San Leandro | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| San Leandro Virtual Academy San Leandro | 1.4 mi | — |
| THE PRINCIPLED ACADEMY San Leandro | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| KIPP King Collegiate High San Lorenzo | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| KIPP Summit Academy San Lorenzo | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Garfield Elementary San Leandro | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Arroyo High San Lorenzo | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Bay Elementary San Lorenzo | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| McKinley Elementary San Leandro | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| St. Leander San Leandro | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,989
Median Home Value
$824,900
Median Rent
$2,199/mo
Population
47,533
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.6
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|---|---|
| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Riverside, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
| Brandon Elementary Goleta, CA | 7.5 |
| Brooklyn Avenue Los Angeles, CA | 7.5 |
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 665 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary is 22.2:1. 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 #2,617 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Madison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Madison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% 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?
61.5% 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
- 665
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.6%
- Phone
- (510) 895-7944
Resources & Links
District
San Leandro Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,741
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,506
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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