Serving 913 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Madison Cross Roads Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Cross Roads Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Madison Cross Roads Elementary School's student population of 913 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
913 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison Cross Roads Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Cross Roads Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#387 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
29%
32%
White
49%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Cross Roads Elementary School's ranking?
Madison Cross Roads Elementary School is ranked #387 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Madison Cross Roads Elementary School often compared to?
Madison Cross Roads Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Madison Cross Roads Elementary School?
913 students attend Madison Cross Roads Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Madison Cross Roads Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Cross Roads Elementary School?
Madison Cross Roads Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison Cross Roads Elementary School offer ?
Madison Cross Roads Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Cross Roads Elementary School part of?
Madison Cross Roads Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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