Madrid–Waddington Central School, often shortened to MWCS, is a public school offering Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 education located in Madrid, New York. It is a small, rural district located in St. Lawrence County on State Highway 345 between the communities of Madrid and Waddington, New York.
Serving 314 students in grades 6-12, Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School's student population of 314 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2096 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
96%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: A Yellow Jacket
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School's ranking?
Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School is ranked #2096 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School?
The graduation rate of Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School?
314 students attend Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School?
Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School offer ?
Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School part of?
Madrid-waddington Junior-senior High School is part of Madrid-Waddington Central School District.
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