Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Madison (James) Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison (James) Elementary School's student population of 535 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Madison (James) Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison (James) Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4549 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison (James) Elementary School's ranking?
Madison (James) Elementary School is ranked #4549 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Madison (James) Elementary School often compared to?
Madison (James) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walt Disney by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Madison (James) Elementary School?
535 students attend Madison (James) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Madison (James) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison (James) Elementary School?
Madison (James) Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Madison (James) Elementary School offer ?
Madison (James) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Madison (James) Elementary School part of?
Madison (James) Elementary School is part of Anaheim Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison (James) Elementary School located?
Madison (James) Elementary School is located in the Hermosa Village neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Hermosa Village.
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