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#1030 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 27% in state

Madison Elementary School

Elementary School · Lombard SD 44

150 W Madison St, Lombard, IL 60148

Enrollment

484

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,030 of 3,813

In Lombard

#9 of 13

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Lombard SD 44

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Madison Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Lombard · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Madison Elementary School

Madison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lombard, IL, part of Lombard SD 44. Madison Elementary School serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,030 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Madison Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.0
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,110
Chronic Absenteeism22.7%

Madison Elementary School — Students at Madison Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2022
ELA
32%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Madison Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
73th percentile in IL
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

Location

150 W Madison St, Lombard, IL 60148

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madison Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Park View Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pleasant Lane Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Manor Hill Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lombard, see our Lombard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF AMERICA Lombard 0.2 mi 4.9
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN Lombard 0.5 mi 5.9
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lombard 0.6 mi 5.0
Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School Lombard 0.5 mi 7.4
Glenbard East High School Lombard 0.7 mi 8.0
CREATIVE MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Lombard 0.9 mi
ILM MONTESSORI INC Lombard 1.2 mi 3.6
Park View Elem School Lombard 1.3 mi 8.9
Manor Hill Elem School Lombard 1.5 mi 8.5
Glenn Westlake Middle School Lombard 1.5 mi 7.4
Pleasant Lane Elem School Lombard 1.5 mi 8.8
Westmore Elem School Lombard 1.4 mi 7.5
John Schroder Early Childhood Ctr Lombard 1.7 mi 6.2
ST PIUS X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lombard 1.5 mi 5.5
MONTINI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lombard 1.8 mi 6.0
Schafer Elem School Lombard 1.9 mi 5.9
Benjamin Franklin Elem School Glen Ellyn 1.6 mi 8.3
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lombard 1.8 mi 6.9
York Center Elem School Lombard 1.9 mi 5.6
SCHOOL OF EXPRESSIVE ARTS AND LEARNING (SEAL) Lombard 2.3 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,606

Median Home Value

$328,600

Median Rent

$1,805/mo

Population

52,358

College Educated

48.2%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

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 5th.

How many students attend Madison Elementary School?

Madison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madison Elementary School rank in IL?

Madison Elementary School ranks #1,030 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Madison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Madison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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?

45.9% 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

District

Lombard SD 44
District Enrollment
3,001
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,110
District Rank
#6 of 8

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