Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#281 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
20%
47%
White
67%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School's ranking?
Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School is ranked #281 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School often compared to?
Madison Avenue Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Station Elementary School, Mannsdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School?
407 students attend Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School?
Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School offer ?
Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School part of?
Madison Avenue Lower Elementary School is part of Madison Co School District.
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