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Madison High School - 01

High School · Madison Central School District 39-2

800 NE 9th St, Madison, SD 57042

Enrollment

397

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#406 of 574

In Madison

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Madison Central School District 39-2

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Madison High School - 01

5.2/10

High School in Madison · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Madison High School - 01

Madison High School - 01 is a public high school in Madison, SD, part of Madison Central School District 39-2. Madison High School - 01 serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #406 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Madison High School - 01 show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below SD schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • SD avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Madison High School - 01 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
College Readiness5.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation8.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,867
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Madison High School - 01 — Students at Madison High School - 01 score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
57%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Madison High School - 01 Compares

See how Madison High School - 01 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in SD
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.1
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
8.8% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·17 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

800 NE 9th St, Madison, SD 57042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madison High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chester High School - 01 (rated 8.7/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tri-Valley High School - 01 (rated 8.6/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Colton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Colman-Egan High School - 01 (rated 7.8/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Colman), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Madison Middle School - 02 Madison 0.0 mi 5.2
ST THOMAS SCHOOL Madison 0.8 mi 6.3
Madison Elementary - 07 Madison 0.9 mi 6.1
MADISON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison 2.4 mi
Rustic Acres Elementary - 04 Chester 10.0 mi 5.7
Graceville Colony - 07 Winfred 10.9 mi
Chester High School - 01 Chester 11.8 mi 8.7
Chester Elementary -02 Chester 11.8 mi 6.1
Chester Middle School - 03 Chester 11.8 mi 7.0
Chester Area Cyber School - 92 Chester 11.8 mi 4.3
High Plains - 06 Chester 11.8 mi 4.1
Orland Colony Elementary - 04 Montrose 14.3 mi 3.7
Colman-Egan High School - 01 Colman 14.8 mi 7.8
Colman-Egan Jr. High - 02 Colman 14.8 mi 6.3
Colman Elementary - 03 Colman 14.8 mi 5.8
Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 Winfred 16.1 mi
Montrose Elementary - 02 Montrose 22.3 mi 8.5
Montrose High School - 01 Montrose 22.3 mi 7.5
Montrose Middle School - 03 Montrose 22.3 mi 5.5
Tri-Valley High School - 01 Colton 21.6 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,672

Median Home Value

$218,200

Median Rent

$877/mo

Population

7,900

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

13.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madison High School - 01

What grades does Madison High School - 01 serve?

Madison High School - 01 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Madison High School - 01?

Madison High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison High School - 01?

The student-teacher ratio at Madison High School - 01 is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madison High School - 01 rank in SD?

Madison High School - 01 ranks #406 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Madison High School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?

Madison High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 High School - 01?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison High School - 01 has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Madison High School - 01 a charter school?

No, Madison High School - 01 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Madison High School - 01 a Title I school?

No, Madison High School - 01 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madison High School - 01?

16.6% of students at Madison High School - 01 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Madison Central School District 39-2
District Enrollment
1,178
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,867
District Rank
#2 of 3

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