Madison Headstart serves 23 students in grades Prekindergarten.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Headstart ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Madison Headstart's student population of 23 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (12-13)
1 teacher
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Madison Headstart is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
52%
5%
White
18%
48%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Madison Headstart?
23 students attend Madison Headstart.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Madison Headstart students are Black, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Madison Headstart offer ?
Madison Headstart offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Headstart part of?
Madison Headstart is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison Headstart located?
Madison Headstart is located in the South Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 7 other public schools located in South Tacoma.
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