For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 225 students in Madison, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Madison, MO are Middle Grove Elementary School, Madison High School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Madison, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Madison have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Madison, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Middle Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11476 Rte M
Madison, MO 65263
(660) 291-8583
Madison, MO 65263
(660) 291-8583
Grades: K-8
| 32 students
Rank: #22.
Madison High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
309 Thomas St
Madison, MO 65263
(660) 291-4515
Madison, MO 65263
(660) 291-4515
Grades: 7-12
| 83 students
Rank: #33.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
309 Thomas St
Madison, MO 65263
(660) 291-4515
Madison, MO 65263
(660) 291-4515
Grades: PK-6
| 110 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Madison, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Madison, MO include Middle Grove Elementary School, Madison High School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Madison?
3 public schools are located in Madison.
What is the racial composition of students in Madison?
Madison public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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