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Madison Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 449 students

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Posted September 30, 2010

I just started my son in the kindergarten program. I have to say, I am awestruck at how rude the staff is at this school, from the lazy, apathetic front office, to my sons teacher Mrs Henrie, who cant even bother to say hi to me when I pick him up. I wouldn't think that a kindergarten teacher would come across as being so hostile, I am going to move him to view ridge I think. The only redeeming quality about this school is the school therapist. She is the most friendly and approachable element of the whole school and she is only there 3 days a week!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 27, 2009

I volunteer at this school and have for many years. I have been through 2 principals, and many teachers. I feel as though Madison lacks leadership from its principal. It seems as if there is an overall lack of passion concerning the education, teaching styles, and saftey, and happiness of the children. There are several excellent teachers in all grades and in kindergarten, and there are a few 'bad apples' that I would sooner homeschool my children then submit them to the horrors of those 'bad apple' teachers. I feel that if the principal was ever passionate about his job, he has long since lost that passion. The new Librarian acts as if the kids are soldiers in her military. She is extremely harsh, strict, and controlling. Reading is no longer fun.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 18, 2008

Madison's kindergarten program is severely lacking. Teachers have no enthusiasm or passion - they are like robots who open the door and wave the kids in. There is no computer time, no show and tell, no art on the wall, not even names on their cubbies or desks! The principal tells me that the K teacher is 'one of the best class managers on staff'. My kids need to be taught, not 'managed'. Whatever happened to passion and enthusiasm for education?! We are working on a variance to View Ridge.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2008

We love Madison! We live outside of the boundary of Madison and tried the school near our home, and both of our kids struggled. We brought them back to Madison and they were so happy! Madison is a healthy and happy school where our children thrive.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 3, 2008

the principle seems not to be very involved. I absoutely LOVE Mrs. Ristig, my daughter's 2nd grade teacher; she is SO creative, fun, and a very enthusiatic teacher! Unfortunatley, I'm afraid MY enthusiasm and confidence in WA schools is dead. My DD has had homework 4-5 nights a week since kindergarten!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 17, 2004

I was really blessed my son was able to go to this school. They have a wonderful staff whose very willing to support you and your child(ren). I believe all my son's needs are being met and he is thriving. This, by far, exceeds expectations.
—Submitted by c b, a parent


Posted March 30, 2004

Madison is the best - I had 8 children go through Madison between 1987-2003 - much of the time on variance because I felt that Madison could offer my children the best in education, feeling safe, and the quality of children and staff are the best! We moved out of the area this last year and now I am homeschooling my children because I fell there is no better place than Madison Elementary!
—Submitted by Rhonda Ross, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
61%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

74 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
75%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

64 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
38%

2010

 
 
43%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

64 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
62%

2010

 
 
60%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 61% in 2012.

63 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
75%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
55%

2010

 
 
37%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
64%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
42%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
27%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students61%
Female62%
Male61%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic63%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White63%
Low income54%
Not low income88%
Special educationn/a
Not special education64%
Limited English31%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students64%
Female69%
Male57%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic58%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White66%
Low income61%
Not low income71%
Special educationn/a
Not special education67%
Limited English40%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students74%
Female74%
Male73%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic68%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White77%
Low income69%
Not low incomen/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education81%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students78%
Female81%
Male76%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic63%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White89%
Low income75%
Not low incomen/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education83%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students77%
Female84%
Male70%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic68%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White80%
Low income75%
Not low incomen/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education83%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students70%
Female69%
Male70%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic78%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White76%
Low income68%
Not low income73%
Special educationn/a
Not special education75%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students67%
Female64%
Male70%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic78%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White65%
Low income66%
Not low income68%
Special educationn/a
Not special education70%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students42%
Female46%
Male37%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic50%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White43%
Low income43%
Not low income41%
Special educationn/a
Not special education44%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 53% 64%
Hispanic 24% 16%
Asian/Pacific Islander 9% 9%
Not provided 7% N/A
Black 5% 6%
Native American 2% 3%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 65%N/A42%
Special education 17%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 24%N/A8%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 18N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 15N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 36%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010
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616 Pecks Dr
Everett, WA 98203
Phone: (425) 385-5900

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