The top reported proficiency rate is 94% in Science. The lowest is 90% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Madeira Middle School
Madeira Middle School serves students in grades six through eight in a small suburb immediately east of Cincinnati. The school draws from a residential community with deep roots and recent new construction, sitting on a compact campus near Sellman Park and within short reach of Madeira's walkable downtown.
The school's academic standing is strong across all tested areas. In math, most students meet or exceed the state proficiency standard, while the English language arts result sits slightly higher. Science proficiency is the highest of the three core subjects. Data for earlier years in social studies shows comparable strength. Only one year of current testing data is available, so the trend over time cannot be shown; however, the tested participation rate is complete. The proficiency index across all subjects places the school in the top quartile among the school districts in Hamilton County.
The student body is roughly 380 to 390 students, with enrollment fairly balanced across the three grades. The population is predominantly white, with small shares of students from other racial and ethnic backgrounds. A small fraction of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting that the student population as a whole comes from families with above-average household incomes. Data on English learners and students with individualized education plans was not available in the school's public reporting.
The school belongs to Madeira City Schools, a small district that has recently passed two operating levies. The most recent levy secured funding for several years of operations, and the district has used cash reserves to complete substantial upgrades to the high school's athletic facilities. Voters have demonstrated willingness to support school funding, a factor families sometimes consider when weighing stability and resource availability.
Madeira itself is a mature residential suburb with a distinctive character. The town has a small but active downtown along Miami Avenue and nearby streets with independent restaurants, shops, and a public library branch, distinct from typical suburban sprawl. Parks anchor civic life: McDonald Commons offers ball fields, soccer areas, and trails, while Sellman Park serves playgrounds and courts directly adjacent to the middle school. The central business district is genuinely walkable, though Walk Score rates the broader community as car-dependent overall. New residential construction has appeared in recent years, with small developments of townhomes and single-family homes, reflecting infill rather than major expansion. Home values have climbed in line with demand for the school district and suburban proximity to Cincinnati employment.
The housing market in the area shows moderate activity and pricing. Median home values sit well above the Ohio state benchmark, consistent with a desirable suburb. Rental costs are also notably higher than the state typical. For families relocating or first-time buyers, affordability relative to regional income and mortgage rates is worth calculating directly. The median days on market has lengthened recently, reflecting a shift in buyer interest across the broader Cincinnati area.
Madeira Middle School presents a straightforward profile: solid, above-average state proficiency results across all tested subjects; a stable, affluent student population; a small school size suitable for middle grades; and a district backed by recent voter support. The school fits families seeking a strong-performing suburban middle school in an established community with downtown character and parks within reach. Families should confirm with the school directly what extracurricular offerings, sports programs, and support services are available, as that detail was not included in the available data.
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