Madison High School is a public high school located in Madison, Ohio, United States. The only high school in the Madison Local School District, it was established in 1895.
Serving 818 students in grades 9-12, Madison High 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison High School's student population of 818 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
818 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1895
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Madison High 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 High School is 0.27, which is less 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
#2074 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
85%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison High School's ranking?
Madison High School is ranked #2074 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Madison High School often compared to?
Madison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mentor High School, Perry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison High School?
The graduation rate of Madison High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Madison High School?
818 students attend Madison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Madison High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison High School?
Madison High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison High School offer ?
Madison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison High School part of?
Madison High School is part of Madison Local School District.
School Reviews
2 3/16/2020
The system is corrupt. The teachers beat us, please help.
3 1/20/2020
There is horrible communication in this district, especially but not limited to in the athletic areas, as well as teachers that do not explain the subject matter well.
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