Serving 828 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Madison County Central School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison County Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Madison County Central School's student population of 828 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
828 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres
School Motto
Preparing Students for Career, College and Community
School Rankings
Madison County Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison County Central School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3369 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
38%
Black
67%
21%
White
20%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison County Central School's ranking?
Madison County Central School is ranked #3369 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Madison County Central School often compared to?
Madison County Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lee Elementary School, Greenville Elementary School, Madison Creative Arts Academy Inc by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Madison County Central School?
828 students attend Madison County Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Madison County Central School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison County Central School?
Madison County Central School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison County Central School offer ?
Madison County Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison County Central School part of?
Madison County Central School is part of Madison School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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