Madison Central High School is a public high school located in Richmond, Kentucky, United States. The school had an enrollment of 2,226 in the 2022–2023 year.
Serving 2,250 students in grades 9-12, Madison Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Madison Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
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Madison Central High School's student population of 2,250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. May 19, 2026
Madison Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Central High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
78%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Madison Central High School's ranking?
Madison Central High School is ranked #497 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Madison Central High School often compared to?
Madison Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Southern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison Central High School?
The graduation rate of Madison Central High School is 91%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Madison Central High School?
2,250 students attend Madison Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Madison Central High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Central High School?
Madison Central High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Madison Central High School offer ?
Madison Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Madison Central High School part of?
Madison Central High School is part of Madison County School District.
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