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#973 of 1,280 schools in IA

Madison Elementary School

Elementary School · Muscatine Comm School District

1820 1st Ave, Muscatine, IA 52761

Enrollment

388

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#973 of 1,280

In Muscatine

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

Muscatine Comm School District

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Madison Elementary School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Muscatine · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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2.2/10

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4.9/10

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About Madison Elementary School

Madison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Muscatine, IA, part of Muscatine Comm School District. Madison Elementary School serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #973 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Madison Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • IA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.8% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.7% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,060
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Madison Elementary School — Students at Madison Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
74.1% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 68.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.6% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 37 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2025
Math
71.8%
ELA
63.7%

* 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 School Compares

See how Madison Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
24th percentile in IA
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1820 1st Ave, Muscatine, IA 52761

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madison Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Louisa-Muscatine Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Letts), which scores notably higher. Another option is SS MARY AND MATHIAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Illinois City Elem School (rated 6.6/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Illinois City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Muscatine, see our Muscatine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Muskie Early Learning Center Muscatine 0.4 mi 2.2
Grant Elementary School Muscatine 1.0 mi 4.9
Jefferson Elementary School Muscatine 1.3 mi 4.4
MUSCATINE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Muscatine 1.8 mi
SS MARY AND MATHIAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Muscatine 2.0 mi 7.4
McKinley Elementary School Muscatine 2.1 mi 3.6
Mulberry Elementary School Muscatine 2.0 mi 4.8
Muscatine High School Muscatine 2.1 mi 4.8
Susan Clark Junior High Muscatine 2.3 mi 8.5
Franklin Elementary School Muscatine 2.6 mi 6.5
Illinois City Elem School Illinois City 7.6 mi 6.6
Wilton Elementary School Wilton 10.5 mi 6.3
Wilton Jr-Sr High School Wilton 10.5 mi 6.6
Durant Elementary School Durant 12.7 mi 6.4
Durant Junior/Senior High School Durant 12.7 mi 4.4
Louisa-Muscatine JR/SR High School Letts 13.0 mi 7.3
Louisa-Muscatine Elementary Letts 13.1 mi 8.1
Early Childhood Center West Liberty 14.7 mi 4.4
West Liberty Elementary School West Liberty 14.7 mi 3.7
West Liberty Middle School West Liberty 14.8 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52761 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,924

Median Home Value

$164,500

Median Rent

$971/mo

Population

29,800

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madison Elementary School

What grades does Madison Elementary School serve?

Madison Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Madison Elementary School?

Madison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madison Elementary School rank in IA?

Madison Elementary School ranks #973 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Madison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Madison Elementary School 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Madison Elementary School a charter school?

No, Madison Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Madison Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Madison Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madison Elementary School?

52.3% of students at Madison Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Muscatine County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

District

Muscatine Comm School District
District Enrollment
4,530
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,060
District Rank
#3 of 9

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