Serving 67 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Midway Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Midway Elementary School's student population of 67 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Motto
The TIGER Way: Teamwork . Integrity . Gratitude . Excellence . Respect
School Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3707 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
81%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway Elementary School's ranking?
Midway Elementary School is ranked #3707 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Midway Elementary School?
67 students attend Midway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Midway Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midway Elementary School?
Midway Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Midway Elementary School offer ?
Midway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Midway Elementary School part of?
Midway Elementary School is part of Midway Elementary School District.
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