Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Madison School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Madison School's student population of 448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#751 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
60%
31%
Black
24%
12%
White
10%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison School's ranking?
Madison School is ranked #751 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Madison School often compared to?
Madison Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hall School, Scofield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Madison School?
448 students attend Madison School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Madison School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison School?
Madison School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Madison School offer ?
Madison School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison School part of?
Madison School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison School located?
Madison School is located in the Brooklawn And St Vincent neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Brooklawn And St Vincent.
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