Madison Metropolitan School District

District Overview
Centered at 545 W Dayton St in Madison, Wisconsin, the Madison Metropolitan School District operates as an active regular public school system embedded in a dynamic large city setting. Serving a major metropolitan community, the district encompasses 54 operational schools that offer a complete educational journey spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. With a total enrollment of 25,155 students, the district serves as a vital educational hub for local families, delivering inclusive primary and secondary public schooling tailored to urban learners.

To effectively guide and nurture its student body, the district is backed by a substantial human infrastructure comprising over 8,463 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This dedicated workforce includes approximately 4,334 FTE teachers, 428 FTE instructional aides, and 3,701 FTE support staff, ensuring that classrooms receive strong instructional and operational support. The district reflects a vibrant, multicultural student population—including 9,719 White, 6,498 Hispanic, 4,528 Black, 2,401 multiracial, and 1,801 Asian students, alongside American Indian and Pacific Islander learners—positioning Madison Metropolitan School District as a key district of study for researchers and a well-resourced community for students and parents alike.
54
Total Schools
25,155
Total Students
4,334.0
Full-Time Teachers
5.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Madison Metropolitan School District
Demographic Student Count
White9,719
Hispanic6,498
Black4,528
Asian1,801
Two or More2,401
American Indian65
Pacific Islander8
  • White
    9,719 (38.8%)
  • Hispanic
    6,498 (26.0%)
  • Black
    4,528 (18.1%)
  • Two or More
    2,401 (9.6%)
  • Asian
    1,801 (7.2%)
  • American Indian
    65 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    8 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Madison Metropolitan School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary32
Middle13
High7
Other2
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:2 Charter Schools
Number of schools:54
Students:25,155*
Teachers (FTE):4,334.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.8
Schools in Madison Metropolitan School District
Found 54 Schools
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th