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James Madison Middle School

510 Brown Rd
Madisonville, KY 42431
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 483 students in grades 6-8, James Madison Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 483 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 50% in KY
  • : 47% (Top 30%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

School Overview

James Madison Middle School's student population of 483 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

James Madison Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Madison Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#406 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
47%
38%
47%
45%
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
79%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.36
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is James Madison Middle School's ranking?
James Madison Middle School is ranked #406 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are James Madison Middle School often compared to?
James Madison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Browning Springs Middle School, Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend James Madison Middle School?
483 students attend James Madison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of James Madison Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Madison Middle School?
James Madison Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does James Madison Middle School offer ?
James Madison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Madison Middle School part of?
James Madison Middle School is part of Hopkins County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 483 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 47% (Top 30%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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