MADISON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Madison Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the RSU 59/MSAD 59 school district, located in Madison, ME with about 208 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Madison Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Madison Junior High School, located at 205 Main Street in Madison, Maine, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community’s middle-grade students. As part of the broader Madison school system, the junior high focuses on bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, providing a curriculum designed to support the academic, social, and emotional development of early adolescents. The school emphasizes core subject mastery while fostering a supportive environment that encourages students to build critical thinking skills and personal responsibility during their formative middle school years.

Beyond its academic offerings, Madison Junior High acts as a central hub for the town’s student population, often prioritizing community engagement and extracurricular involvement. By maintaining a smaller school setting, the institution is able to focus on individualized attention, allowing teachers to work closely with students to navigate the unique challenges of junior high. The school remains dedicated to preparing its students for future success in the local high school and beyond, upholding the values and educational standards expected within the Madison school district.

For more information, contact Madison Junior High School at (207) 696-3381 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.