Madison Central High School

Madison Central High School

Public High School | Grade 10-12
1417 Highland Colony Pky,  Madison, MS
Madison County School District
4.2
4.0
1,254 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Sean Brewer
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1290
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
84%
Reading Proficiency
73%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
93%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B+
Administration
A-
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
73%
Math Proficiency
84%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
88
Full Time Teachers
88
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1290
Math
640
Verbal
650
Average ACT
26
Math
24
English
27
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
16
AP Pass Rate
77.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
17.3%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
310:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%
White
62%
Black
27.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.1%
Two or more races
1.9%
Hispanic
1.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Mississippi State University 670 Students
University of Mississippi 641 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 330 Students
The University of Alabama 248 Students
Holmes Community College 182 Students
Mississippi College 161 Students
Jackson State University 139 Students
Louisiana State University 138 Students
Millsaps College 113 Students
Hinds Community College 110 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 163 Students
Business 135 Students
Nursing 135 Students
Psychology 133 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 123 Students
Computer Science 50 Students
Political Science and Government 48 Students
Pre-Law Studies 46 Students
Marketing 43 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 43 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 381 Reviews
4.0 Senior
9/4/2025
The best part of my experience with Madison Central Highschool was definitely the ability to be myself and find happiness in the staff and school itself. I loved being able to parade before pep rally's and see the students all come together and cheer as we take on a football team that night. One of the take away from Madison Central was the math being difficult especially for some that don't understand as well. I would love to see this change in the future. I can definitely see lots of people going very far after attending high school here.
4.0 Senior
7/25/2025
The best part about my experience has been the sense of community around the school, especially within parents, city, and alumni.
5.0 Junior
12/25/2024
Madison Central has an overall amazing experience. Not only do you get to work with awesome students and teachers to help with your educations. You also get to have an carefree time while prioritizing your studies.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 7 Reviews
5.0 other
9/30/2014
Sure the school has a few cliques, what large school doesn't? I wasn't your stereotypical "Madison Type", but I found plenty of friends and awesome extracurriculars to join. The academics are excellent. Not many schools (public or private) can compare. I was offered 3 different full ride scholarship...
5.0 other
5/21/2012
I attended this school four years ago and can honestly say it is one of the best in the state. Every teacher wanted to help with problems and the students who fell behind were the ones who did not care and did not want to put the effort in to do well. The only people who seem to complain about MC ar...
1.0 student
1/5/2011
worst school ever.. way to much violence. prejudice and too many drugs and alcohol and too many people there wanna judge you if you dont got alot of money.. worst school ever. i believe tht jackson public schools should have a better rating than madison central
2.0 student
12/14/2010
Out of the 3 high schools I have recently attended, me being moved around so much, madison central is by far the worst of them all with all there little cliques and these unprofessional teachers. It honestly makes me sick going there and I try to find good things about the place but there are few an...

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Madison Central High School is a public school for students in grades 10-12 in Madison, MS, in the Madison neighborhood, and is served by the Madison County School District in Mississippi. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,254 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 84% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 73% are proficient in reading. Madison Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1290 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $406,342. Discover additional schools in the area, like Rosa Scott School, Ridgeland High School, St. Joseph Catholic School, and more. Learn more about what Madison has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Madison Central High School.

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