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#4832 of 9,539 schools in CA
Madison (james) Elementary
Elementary School · Anaheim Elementary
1510 South Nutwood St., Anaheim, CA 92804
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,832 of 9,539
In Anaheim
#24 of 65
public schools
In district
#2 of 24
Anaheim Elementary
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Madison (james) Elementary
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About Madison (james) Elementary
Madison (james) Elementary is a public elementary school in Anaheim, CA, part of Anaheim Elementary. Madison (james) Elementary serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison (james) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,832 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Madison (james) Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Madison (james) Elementary runs 23.3:1 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 (james) Elementary — Students at Madison (james) Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
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: 5.5/10.
How Madison (james) Elementary Compares
See how Madison (james) 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
1510 South Nutwood St., Anaheim, CA 92804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madison (james) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anaheim Elementary Online Academy (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Faylane Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr. Jonas E. Salk (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Anaheim, see our Anaheim schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Loara High Anaheim | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Gilbert High (Continuation) Anaheim | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Polaris High Anaheim | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Anaheim Elementary Online Academy Anaheim | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| ST JUSTIN MARTYR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Anaheim | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| St. Justin Martyr Anaheim | 0.6 mi | — |
| Palm Lane Global Academy Anaheim | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Barton (Clara) Elementary Anaheim | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Louis Lake Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| O C KIDS PRESCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | — |
| Linton T. Simmons Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Faylane Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Ball Junior High Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Stoddard (Alexander J.) Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Dr. Jonas E. Salk Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| CHAPMAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | — |
| Walt Disney Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Gilbert Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Mark Twain Special Center Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,588
Median Home Value
$729,700
Median Rent
$1,990/mo
Population
83,435
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
41.2%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
36.5
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| BAYMONTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotts Valley, CA | 6.3 |
| Balboa Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.3 |
| Belvedere Elementary Highland, CA | 6.3 |
| Birney Elementary Fresno, CA | 6.3 |
| Bonsall West Elementary Oceanside, CA | 6.3 |
| California Elementary La Puente, CA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Madison (james) Elementary
What grades does Madison (james) Elementary serve?
Madison (james) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Madison (james) Elementary?
Madison (james) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison (james) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Madison (james) Elementary is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Madison (james) Elementary rank in CA?
Madison (james) Elementary ranks #4,832 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Madison (james) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Madison (james) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 (james) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison (james) Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Madison (james) Elementary a charter school?
No, Madison (james) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Madison (james) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Madison (james) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madison (james) Elementary?
80.6% of students at Madison (james) 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 535
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.1%
- Phone
- (714) 517-8935
Resources & Links
District
Anaheim Elementary- District Enrollment
- 14,261
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,172
- District Rank
- #2 of 24
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