James Madison High School is a public high school located in the Hiram Clarke area of Houston, Texas, United States. The school, located in the Five Corners District, serves grades 9 through 12 and is part of the Houston Independent School District.
Serving 1,588 students in grades 9-12, Madison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Madison High School's student population of 1,588 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
School Rankings
Madison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7819 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
64%
54%
Black
33%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison High School's ranking?
Madison High School is ranked #7819 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Madison High School often compared to?
Madison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westbury High School, Bellaire High School, Sharpstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison High School?
The graduation rate of Madison High School is 74%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Madison High School?
1,588 students attend Madison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Madison High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison High School?
Madison High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Madison High School offer ?
Madison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Madison High School part of?
Madison High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison High School located?
Madison High School is located in the Central Southwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Central Southwest.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Not a good school at all, most students only attend because they are zoned there. Not only does it not prepare you for college but it is dangerous. Teachers mainly received degrees from TSU enough said. They treat children like prisoners not, people with freedom of choice. If your kid is has a decent chance of going to college do not send them to Madison!
2 10/10/2025
I attended this school 12 years ago, it was dangerous back then and even more now. My friend works there and she told me that they need 4 police officers to control the school. The teachers don't care, I remember it being my 1st day and the teacher told us. I don't care if you learn anything, I still get paid. Teachers don't care, students don't care, no wonder it's the way it is.
5 10/10/2025
That is a bunch of crap! I graduated from Madison in 2008. The school you go to does not me u can't succeed. It all depends on the person and the will to learn and be someone in life. So don't say that you shouldn't send them to Madison. I got a full tuition scholarship to the University of Arkansas of Pine Bluff for playing my instrument. I'm proud to say that I'm a Madison High School alumni.
5 10/10/2025
I am appalled to hear that Madison isn't a good school says who...the school is what you make it out to be so if your highly concerned about becoming a productive of your environment then that is your choice but from my experience you're suppose to go to school to get an education & not the lesser there of...a school should be judged by the individual & not by hear say...Thus letting you take responsibility for yourself.
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