Excellent
#18 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 3% of private schools
Madinah Academy of Madison
Elementary School
6501 WATTS RD, Madison, WI 53719
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#18 of 571
In Madison
#2 of 20
public schools
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Madinah Academy of Madison
Elementary School in Madison · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Madinah Academy of Madison
Madinah Academy of Madison is a private elementary school in Madison, WI. Madinah Academy of Madison serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Madinah Academy of Madison has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Madinah Academy of Madison show 29% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Madinah Academy of Madison is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Madinah Academy of Madison sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Madinah Academy of Madison is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Madinah Academy of Madison compares to 49 public schools serving similar grades in Madison, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Madinah Academy of Madison (this school) | 8.5 |
| Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School | 4.9 |
| Muir Elementary | 6.3 |
| Stephens Elementary | 6.4 |
| Orchard Ridge Elementary | 7.5 |
| Toki Middle | 7.0 |
| Huegel Elementary | 7.9 |
| Crestwood Elementary | 9.0 |
| Hamilton Middle | 7.5 |
| Van Hise Elementary | 8.7 |
| Midvale Elementary | 7.4 |
| Cherokee Heights Middle | 6.7 |
| Spring Harbor Middle | 7.9 |
| Thoreau Elementary | 8.3 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary | 6.5 |
| Shorewood Hills Elementary | 9.4 |
| Leopold Elementary | 4.8 |
| Randall Elementary School | 8.4 |
| James Wright Middle | 6.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 7.4 |
Showing 20 of 49 schools. View all schools in Madison
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WI.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WI
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 12 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6501 WATTS RD, Madison, WI 53719
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madinah Academy of Madison may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestwood Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Van Hise Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HICKORY HILL ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School Madison | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Vel Phillips Memorial High School Madison | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Madison | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School Madison | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Muir Elementary Madison | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Stephens Elementary Madison | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST AMBROSE ACADEMY Madison | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Orchard Ridge Elementary Madison | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Toki Middle Madison | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Huegel Elementary Madison | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| ST MARIA GORETTI Madison | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| HICKORY HILL ACADEMY Madison | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Crestwood Elementary Madison | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HIGH POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| KING'S KIDS ACADEMY Madison | 2.0 mi | — |
| HORIZON HIGH Madison | 2.2 mi | — |
| Hamilton Middle Madison | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Spring Harbor Middle Madison | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Van Hise Elementary Madison | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,223
Median Home Value
$349,300
Median Rent
$1,429/mo
Population
33,688
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
34.1
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|---|---|
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON Sheboygan, WI | 8.5 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Fort Atkinson, WI | 8.5 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Janesville, WI | 8.5 |
| CHRISTIAN EDUCATION LEADERSHIP ACADEMU Pewaukee, WI | 8.6 |
| Discovery Charter School Columbus, WI | 8.4 |
| Flex Academy Little Chute, WI | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Madinah Academy of Madison
What grades does Madinah Academy of Madison serve?
Madinah Academy of Madison serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Madinah Academy of Madison?
Madinah Academy of Madison has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madinah Academy of Madison?
The student-teacher ratio at Madinah Academy of Madison is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Madinah Academy of Madison rank in WI?
Madinah Academy of Madison ranks #18 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Madinah Academy of Madison's MySchoolScout rating?
Madinah Academy of Madison has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Madinah Academy of Madison?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Madinah Academy of Madison has 29% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
Is Madinah Academy of Madison a private school?
Yes, Madinah Academy of Madison is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Madinah Academy of Madison a religious school?
Madinah Academy of Madison has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dane County
- Phone
- (608) 888-2021
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