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Madill School

Elementary School · OGDENSBURG CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

800 JEFFERSON AVE, Ogdensburg, NY 13669

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,980 of 4,742

In Ogdensburg

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

OGDENSBURG CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Madill School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Ogdensburg · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Madill School

Madill School is a public elementary school in Ogdensburg, NY, part of OGDENSBURG CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Madill School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Madill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,980 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Madill School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Madill 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 Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-14.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,795
Chronic Absenteeism33.6%

Madill School — Students at Madill School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
23.8%
ELA
53.8%
2022
Math
39.2%
ELA
48.7%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Madill School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in NY
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

Location

800 JEFFERSON AVE, Ogdensburg, NY 13669

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MORRISTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HERMON-DEKALB CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby De Kalb Junction), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HEUVELTON CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Heuvelton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ogdensburg, see our Ogdensburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.1 mi
School Distance Rating
OGDENSBURG FREE ACADEMY Ogdensburg 0.9 mi 5.0
JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Ogdensburg 1.6 mi 5.2
SAINT LAWRENCE PSYCHIATRIC CENTER CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES Ogdensburg 4.3 mi
RIVERVIEW SCHOOL Hevvelton 6.4 mi
HEUVELTON CENTRAL SCHOOL Heuvelton 6.2 mi 6.2
TOWNLINE SCHOOL Heuvelton 6.2 mi
TWIN MAPLES SCHOOL Heuvelton 9.1 mi
MAPLE RIDGE SCHOOL Heuvelton 7.3 mi
PLIMPTON SCHOOL Heuvelton 9.0 mi
PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Heuvelton 11.1 mi
MORRISTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL Morristown 9.8 mi 7.4
MUD LAKE SCHOOL Rensselaer Falls 12.0 mi
ROCK ISLAND SCHOOL Rensselaer Falls 12.1 mi
LISBON CENTRAL SCHOOL Lisbon 9.2 mi 6.2
ANDERSON VALLEY SCHOOL Rensselaer Falls 10.7 mi
RED OAK SCHOOL Heuvelton 12.7 mi
RED OAK Hempleton 12.9 mi
LOCUST GROVE Rensselaer Falls 10.8 mi
HERMON-DEKALB CENTRAL SCHOOL De Kalb Junction 17.0 mi 6.3
HAMMOND CENTRAL SCHOOL Hammond 19.1 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13669 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,488

Median Home Value

$101,800

Median Rent

$769/mo

Population

15,615

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

41.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madill School

What grades does Madill School serve?

Madill School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Madill School?

Madill School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madill School?

The student-teacher ratio at Madill School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madill School rank in NY?

Madill School ranks #1,980 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Madill School's MySchoolScout rating?

Madill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Madill School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madill School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Madill School a charter school?

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

Is Madill School a Title I school?

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

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

45.7% of students at Madill 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
St. Lawrence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

District

OGDENSBURG CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,420
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,795
District Rank
#1 of 3

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