MADISON COUNTY HIGH

Madison County Public Schools
68 Mountaineer Lane
Madison, VA 22727
557 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Madison County High School, located in the rural community of Madison, Virginia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the county. As a central hub for the local Mountaineer community, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and personal growth. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for various post-graduation paths, including four-year universities, technical colleges, and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Madison County High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including varsity athletics, performing arts, and career-oriented clubs. By leveraging its close-knit setting, the school encourages strong partnerships between students, faculty, and the surrounding community. This collaborative culture aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped with the critical thinking skills and character necessary to succeed in their future endeavors.
557
Total Students
41.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    449 (80.6 %)
  • Black
    47 (8.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    33 (5.9 %)
  • Two or More
    26 (4.7 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Madison County Public Schools
Phone: (540)948-3785
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 557
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 351
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 159
Grade 10 133
Grade 11 131
Grade 12 134
Gender Ratio