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#274 of 574 schools in SD

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Madison 2-3 Center - 19

Elementary School · Huron School District 02-2

PO Box 949, Huron, SD 57350

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#274 of 574

In Huron

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Huron School District 02-2

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Madison 2-3 Center - 19

6.4/10

Elementary School in Huron · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Madison 2-3 Center - 19

Madison 2-3 Center - 19 is a public elementary school in Huron, SD, part of Huron School District 02-2. Madison 2-3 Center - 19 serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison 2-3 Center - 19 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #274 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Madison 2-3 Center - 19 show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Madison 2-3 Center - 19 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-1.42 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,036
Chronic Absenteeism17.7%

Madison 2-3 Center - 19 — Students at Madison 2-3 Center - 19 score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.4% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2016
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
24%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Madison 2-3 Center - 19 Compares

See how Madison 2-3 Center - 19 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in SD
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

Location

PO Box 949, Huron, SD 57350

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madison 2-3 Center - 19 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sanborn Central Elementary - 06 (rated 7.7/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Forestburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 (rated 7.5/10, 22.1 miles away, in nearby Hitchcock), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington 4-5 Center - 20 (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Huron, see our Huron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington 4-5 Center - 20 Huron 0.7 mi 7.3
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huron 0.7 mi 5.5
Huron High School - 01 Huron 0.9 mi 5.6
Huron Middle School - 02 Huron 1.2 mi 5.6
Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 Huron 1.7 mi 5.0
JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huron 2.7 mi 6.8
Our Home ASAP - 12 Huron 3.2 mi
Our Home Rediscovery - 77 Huron 3.2 mi
Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 Huron 10.2 mi
Huron Colony Elementary - 13 Huron 15.0 mi
Wolsey Wessington Middle School - 03 Wolsey 13.6 mi 4.4
Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 Wolsey 13.6 mi 4.2
Wolsey Wessington High School - 01 Wolsey 13.6 mi 7.6
Pearl Creek Colony Elementary - 05 Iroquois 14.6 mi
Woonsocket Elementary - 03 Woonsocket 20.5 mi 5.5
Woonsocket High School - 01 Woonsocket 20.5 mi 9.3
Sanborn Central High School - 01 Forestburg 23.0 mi 8.4
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 Forestburg 23.0 mi 8.2
Sanborn Central Elementary - 06 Forestburg 23.0 mi 7.7
Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 Hitchcock 22.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57350 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,351

Median Home Value

$180,400

Median Rent

$840/mo

Population

16,148

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

12.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madison 2-3 Center - 19

What grades does Madison 2-3 Center - 19 serve?

Madison 2-3 Center - 19 serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.

How many students attend Madison 2-3 Center - 19?

Madison 2-3 Center - 19 has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison 2-3 Center - 19?

The student-teacher ratio at Madison 2-3 Center - 19 is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madison 2-3 Center - 19 rank in SD?

Madison 2-3 Center - 19 ranks #274 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Madison 2-3 Center - 19's MySchoolScout rating?

Madison 2-3 Center - 19 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 2-3 Center - 19?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison 2-3 Center - 19 has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Madison 2-3 Center - 19 a charter school?

No, Madison 2-3 Center - 19 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Madison 2-3 Center - 19 a Title I school?

No, Madison 2-3 Center - 19 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madison 2-3 Center - 19?

71.8% of students at Madison 2-3 Center - 19 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Beadle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

District

Huron School District 02-2
District Enrollment
2,935
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,036
District Rank
#2 of 5

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