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Best Madison Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 836 students in Madison, WV (there are , serving 59 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Madison, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in Madison, WV are Madison Elementary School and Scott High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Madison, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Madison have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Madison, WV (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
150 Josephine Ave
Madison, WV 25130
(304) 369-2241
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Scott High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Skyhawk Pl
Madison, WV 25130
(304) 369-3011
Gr: 9-12 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Madison, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in Madison, WV include Madison Elementary School and Scott High School.
How many public schools are located in Madison?
2 public schools are located in Madison.
What percentage of students in Madison go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Madison are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Madison?
Madison public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).

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