Summary:
The city of Madelia, Minnesota is home to two schools: Madelia Elementary and Madelia Secondary, both part of the Madelia Public School District. While Madelia Elementary has a high percentage of Hispanic students, both schools struggle with lower proficiency rates on standardized tests compared to state averages, particularly in math. Madelia Secondary also has a concerning low four-year graduation rate and high dropout rate.
Madelia Elementary stands out for its diverse student population, with nearly half of its 348 students identifying as Hispanic. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by MCA-III assessments, lags behind state averages. Madelia Secondary, with 272 students, faces similar challenges, with proficiency rates below state norms. Additionally, the school's four-year graduation rate of 72.9% and dropout rate of 18.7% are concerning and suggest the need for interventions to support student success.
Both Madelia Elementary and Madelia Secondary serve economically disadvantaged communities, with high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This socioeconomic factor may contribute to the academic struggles observed in the schools. While Madelia Secondary has seen its statewide ranking improve in recent years, Madelia Elementary's ranking has declined, indicating the need for targeted efforts to address the unique needs of the student populations in this community.
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