Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Midland Academy Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Midland Academy Charter School's student population of 385 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midland Academy Charter School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland Academy Charter School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#780 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
38%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Academy Charter School's ranking?
Midland Academy Charter School is ranked #780 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Midland Academy Charter School often compared to?
Midland Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Midland Academy Charter School?
385 students attend Midland Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Midland Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midland Academy Charter School?
Midland Academy Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midland Academy Charter School offer ?
Midland Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Midland Academy Charter School part of?
Midland Academy Charter School is part of Midland Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Midland Academy Charter School located?
Midland Academy Charter School is located in the Homestead neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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