James Madison Elementary School opened in September, 1990, under the direction of Principal Larry Taylor. The school was formally dedicated in November of the same year. Originally built to service 650 students, Madison has served as many as 1,113 students at its peak. The current population (2006-07) hovers around 769 students. Of this total, approximately one-third are English Language Learners (ELL) students. Sixty-four percent of the student body takes part in the Federal Free and Reduced Lunch Program. James Madison has strong parent support and involvement, including an active Parent-Teacher Club.