Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midway Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midway Elementary School's student population of 513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#911 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
4%

Hispanic
12%
21%

Black
5%
25%

White
75%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway Elementary School's ranking?
Midway Elementary School is ranked #911 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Midway Elementary School often compared to?
Midway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Welcome Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Midway Elementary School?
513 students attend Midway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Midway Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midway Elementary School?
Midway Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Midway Elementary School offer ?
Midway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Midway Elementary School part of?
Midway Elementary School is part of Davidson County Schools School District.
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