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#1047 of 1,226 schools in OR

Madison Elementary School

Elementary School · Coos Bay SD 9

1255 Hemlock Ave, Coos Bay, OR 97420

Enrollment

296

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#1,047 of 1,226

In Coos Bay

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

Coos Bay SD 9

Equity

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Madison Elementary School

4.3/10

Elementary School in Coos Bay · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. 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 Coos Bay, OR, part of Coos Bay SD 9. Madison Elementary School serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,047 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Madison Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

59% of students at Madison Elementary 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 Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-4.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,087
Chronic Absenteeism58.8%

Madison Elementary School — Students at Madison Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.

How Madison Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
15th percentile in OR
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.8%

Location

1255 Hemlock Ave, Coos Bay, OR 97420

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madison Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lighthouse Charter School (rated 8.9/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillcrest Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby North Bend), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Bay Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby North Bend), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coos Bay, see our Coos Bay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Sunset School Coos Bay 0.1 mi 4.2
ALTERNATIVE YOUTH ACTIVITIES, INC Coos Bay 0.2 mi
GOLD COAST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coos Bay 1.2 mi
KINGSVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Bend 1.9 mi 6.1
North Bend Middle School North Bend 2.2 mi 7.1
North Bend Senior High School North Bend 2.2 mi 7.1
Hillcrest Elementary School North Bend 2.5 mi 8.1
Resource Link Charter School Coos Bay 2.5 mi 6.5
Destinations Academy Coos Bay 3.0 mi 6.3
Evergreen Virtual Academy North Bend 2.9 mi 4.5
Marshfield Senior High School Coos Bay 3.2 mi 5.3
Marshfield Junior High Coos Bay 3.2 mi 7.0
Eastside School Coos Bay 4.1 mi 6.3
Millicoma School Coos Bay 4.1 mi 6.4
Lighthouse Charter School Coos Bay 4.4 mi 8.9
North Bay Elementary School North Bend 8.5 mi 6.9
Winter Lakes Elementary Coquille 14.2 mi 3.3
Winter Lakes High Coquille 14.4 mi 4.6
Coquille Junior Senior High Coquille 14.5 mi 7.1
Lincoln School of Early Learning Coquille 14.6 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,624

Median Home Value

$282,300

Median Rent

$982/mo

Population

27,579

College Educated

19.3%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

44.5

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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 2nd.

How many students attend Madison Elementary School?

Madison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary School is 16.4:1. 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 OR?

Madison Elementary School ranks #1,047 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Madison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Madison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

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?

70.6% 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Coos County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.8%

District

Coos Bay SD 9
District Enrollment
3,009
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,087
District Rank
#8 of 9

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