Very Good
#968 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 25% in state
Based on limited data
Madison Elem School
Elementary School · Skokie SD 69
5100 Madison St, Skokie, IL 60077
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 12 schools in Skokie. Learn more
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#968 of 3,813
In Skokie
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Skokie SD 69
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Madison Elem School
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About Madison Elem School
Madison Elem School is a public elementary school in Skokie, IL, part of Skokie SD 69. Madison Elem School serves approximately 586 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #968 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Madison Elem School 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Madison Elem School Compares
See how Madison Elem School 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
5100 Madison St, Skokie, IL 60077
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madison Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elizabeth Meyer School (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairview South Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John Middleton Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Skokie, see our Skokie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SWIFT CHILD CARE CENTER Skokie | 0.2 mi | — |
| Lincoln Jr High School Skokie | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Thomas Edison Elem School Morton Grove | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ARIE CROWN HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Skokie | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| MCC ACADEMY COLLEGE PREP Morton Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Jane Stenson School Skokie | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Niles West High School Skokie | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| MCC ACADEMY-ELEMENTARY Skokie | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Elizabeth Meyer School Skokie | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| HILLEL TORAH NORTH SUBURBAN DAY SCHOOL Skokie | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| FASMAN YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Skokie | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Devonshire Elem School Skokie | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Old Orchard Jr High School Skokie | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Fairview South Elementary School Skokie | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Skokie | 1.4 mi | — |
| SKOKIE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Skokie | 1.3 mi | — |
| JERUSALEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Morton Grove | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Niles North High School Skokie | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Park View Elem School Morton Grove | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| John Middleton Elem School Skokie | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,765
Median Home Value
$327,400
Median Rent
$1,450/mo
Population
28,651
College Educated
45.8%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acero Chtr - SPC Zizumbo Elem Chicago, IL | 7.4 |
| Buzz Aldrin Elem School Schaumburg, IL | 7.4 |
| Cherry Valley Elementary School Rockford, IL | 7.4 |
| Delores Moye Elem School O Fallon, IL | 7.4 |
| Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch Quincy, IL | 7.4 |
| Eagle Pointe Elementary School Plainfield, IL | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Madison Elem School
What grades does Madison Elem School serve?
Madison Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Madison Elem School?
Madison Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 586 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Madison Elem School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Madison Elem School rank in IL?
Madison Elem School ranks #968 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Madison Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Madison Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Madison Elem School a charter school?
No, Madison Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Madison Elem School a Title I school?
No, Madison Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madison Elem School?
59.0% of students at Madison Elem 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 586
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (847) 675-3048
Resources & Links
District
Skokie SD 69- District Enrollment
- 1,816
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,968
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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