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Madison School

Elementary School · South Holland SD 151

15700 Orchid Dr, South Holland, IL 60473

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

5.8

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,295 of 3,813

In South Holland

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

South Holland SD 151

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Madison School

5.8/10

Elementary School in South Holland · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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About Madison School

Madison School is a public elementary school in South Holland, IL, part of South Holland SD 151. Madison School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,295 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Madison School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Madison 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,176
Chronic Absenteeism40.7%

Madison School — Students at Madison School score 9% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.5% (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
72%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
13%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
ELA
16%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Madison School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in IL
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.7%

Location

15700 Orchid Dr, South Holland, IL 60473

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madison School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CALVARY ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Eisenhower School (rated 4.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Holland, see our South Holland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Holland 0.6 mi 5.5
Thornridge High School Dolton 0.8 mi 6.7
UNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland 0.9 mi 7.2
LAREN MONTESSORI SCHOOL South Holland 1.0 mi
Eisenhower School South Holland 0.9 mi 4.9
Franklin Elementary School Dolton 1.2 mi 3.4
CALVARY ACADEMY South Holland 1.1 mi 5.4
Coolidge Middle School Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.2
STANDBERRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harvey 1.3 mi
Berger-Vandenberg Elem School Dolton 1.3 mi 3.2
Diekman Elem School Dolton 1.3 mi 4.7
Greenwood Elem School South Holland 1.6 mi 2.6
McKinley Elem School South Holland 1.7 mi 4.3
McKinley Jr High School South Holland 1.7 mi 5.3
ZION BUDS OF PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland 1.4 mi
Early Childhood Cntr Dolton 1.8 mi 6.9
Thornwood High School South Holland 1.9 mi 7.5
Brooks Middle School Harvey 1.5 mi 4.0
Roosevelt Elem School Dolton 1.6 mi 3.4
Roosevelt Junior High School Dolton 1.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,046

Median Home Value

$200,000

Median Rent

$1,914/mo

Population

21,407

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

83.2%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madison School

What grades does Madison School serve?

Madison School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Madison School?

Madison School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison School?

The student-teacher ratio at Madison School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madison School rank in IL?

Madison School ranks #2,295 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Madison School's MySchoolScout rating?

Madison School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Madison School a charter school?

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

Is Madison School a Title I school?

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

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

98.3% of students at Madison 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
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.7%

District

South Holland SD 151
District Enrollment
1,450
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,176
District Rank
#2 of 4

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