Serving 162 students in grades 9-12, Madison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Madison High School's student population of 162 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Madison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#810 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
72%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
20%
61%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison High School's ranking?
Madison High School is ranked #810 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison High School?
The graduation rate of Madison High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Madison High School?
162 students attend Madison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Madison High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison High School?
Madison High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Madison High School offer ?
Madison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison High School part of?
Madison High School is part of Madison School District.
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