Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James Madison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Madison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
James Madison Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
James Madison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Madison Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1253 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
45%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Madison Elementary School's ranking?
James Madison Elementary School is ranked #1253 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are James Madison Elementary School often compared to?
James Madison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Lincoln-erdman Elementary School, Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend James Madison Elementary School?
338 students attend James Madison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of James Madison Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Madison Elementary School?
James Madison Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does James Madison Elementary School offer ?
James Madison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Madison Elementary School part of?
James Madison Elementary School is part of Sheboygan Area School District.
In what neighborhood is James Madison Elementary School located?
James Madison Elementary School is located in the James Madison neighborhood of Sheboygan, WI.
School Reviews
5 5/19/2020
I have had multiple children attend school at James Madison. The teachers really try to help their students and work together with the families. My children have all been well engaged and learned a great deal. Teachers differentiate to meet the kid's needs. School offers a lot of diversity. The kids love that there is a pool there and that they get to utilize it for PE class. I wish the playground was fully enclosed for safety reasons.
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