Madison Academy

The Madison Academy district in Michigan operates two schools: Madison Academy ElementaryMiddle School and Madison Academy High School. Both schools serve predominantly low-income student populations and struggle with low academic performance, high rates of chronic absenteeism, and declining statewide rankings.

The elementary/middle school performs significantly below state averages on standardized tests, with only 10% of 3rd graders proficient in ELA and Math, compared to state averages of 39.6% and 43.4%. The high school also lags behind, with just 15.7% of 11th graders proficient in Science and Social Studies, far below the state averages of 37.5% and 39.6%. Chronic absenteeism is a major issue, with the elementary/middle school at 27.5% and the high school at 37.9%, much higher than the state average.

While the high school has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 94.2%, the 3.8% dropout rate is still concerning. Additionally, the student populations at both schools are predominantly African American, highlighting the need to address systemic inequities and ensure equitable access to quality education. With declining performance and significant challenges, the Madison Academy schools require significant interventions and targeted support to improve student outcomes and provide a high-quality education for all students in the district.