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Madison Middle School - 02

Middle School · Madison Central School District 39-2

830 NE 9th St, Madison, SD 57042

Enrollment

274

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#407 of 574

In Madison

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Madison Central School District 39-2

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Madison Middle School - 02

5.2/10

Middle School in Madison · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Madison Middle School - 02

Madison Middle School - 02 is a public middle school in Madison, SD, part of Madison Central School District 39-2. Madison Middle School - 02 serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Middle School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #407 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Madison Middle School - 02 show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below SD schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • SD avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,867
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Madison Middle School - 02 — Students at Madison Middle School - 02 score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.5% (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
89%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
49%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Madison Middle School - 02 Compares

See how Madison Middle School - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in SD
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

Location

830 NE 9th St, Madison, SD 57042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madison Middle School - 02 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chester Middle School - 03 (rated 7.0/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Colman-Egan Jr. High - 02 (rated 6.3/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Colman), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montrose Middle School - 03 (rated 5.5/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Montrose), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Madison High School - 01 Madison 0.0 mi 5.2
ST THOMAS SCHOOL Madison 0.8 mi 6.3
Madison Elementary - 07 Madison 1.0 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 14.4 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 22.4 mi 8.5
Montrose High School - 01 Montrose 22.4 mi 7.5
Montrose Middle School - 03 Montrose 22.4 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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Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 Chamberlain, SD 5.6
West Central Middle School - 04 Hartford, SD 4.7
Hamlin Middle School - 02 Hayti, SD 4.5
Wagner Middle School - 03 Wagner, SD 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madison Middle School - 02

What grades does Madison Middle School - 02 serve?

Madison Middle School - 02 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Madison Middle School - 02?

Madison Middle School - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Middle School - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Madison Middle School - 02 is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madison Middle School - 02 rank in SD?

Madison Middle School - 02 ranks #407 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Madison Middle School - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Madison Middle School - 02 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 Middle School - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison Middle School - 02 has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Madison Middle School - 02 a charter school?

No, Madison Middle School - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Madison Middle School - 02 a Title I school?

No, Madison Middle School - 02 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madison Middle School - 02?

23.4% of students at Madison Middle School - 02 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
6th – 8th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

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

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