Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Madison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Madison Elementary School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Every Student, Every Lesson, Every Day
School Mascot
Cruiser
School Rankings
Madison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2175 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
52%
17%
White
17%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cruiser
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Elementary School's ranking?
Madison Elementary School is ranked #2175 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Madison Elementary School?
371 students attend Madison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Madison Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison Elementary School?
Madison Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison Elementary School offer ?
Madison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Elementary School part of?
Madison Elementary School is part of Groveport Madison Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison Elementary School located?
Madison Elementary School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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