Serving 530 students in grades 9-12, Madison County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison County High School's student population of 530 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 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Madison County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison County High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#691 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
9%
21%
White
76%
44%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison County High School's ranking?
Madison County High School is ranked #691 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison County High School?
The graduation rate of Madison County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Madison County High School?
530 students attend Madison County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Madison County High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison County High School?
Madison County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Madison County High School offer ?
Madison County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Madison County High School part of?
Madison County High School is part of Madison County School District.
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