Serving 886 students in grades 5-8, Madison #1 Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison #1 Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Madison #1 Elementary School's student population of 886 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison #1 Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison #1 Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#670 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
38%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison #1 Elementary School's ranking?
Madison #1 Elementary School is ranked #670 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Madison #1 Elementary School often compared to?
Madison #1 Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larkspur Elementary School, Mercury Mine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Madison #1 Elementary School?
886 students attend Madison #1 Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Madison #1 Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison #1 Elementary School?
Madison #1 Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison #1 Elementary School offer ?
Madison #1 Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison #1 Elementary School part of?
Madison #1 Elementary School is part of Madison Elementary District (4270) School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison #1 Elementary School located?
Madison #1 Elementary School is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 26 other public schools located in Camelback East Village.
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