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Midway Elementary School

267 Midway Rd
Alum Creek, WV 25003
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 255 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Bottom 50% in WV
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

School Overview

Midway Elementary School's student population of 255 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
We learn. We lead. We succeed. We are filling the shoes of our future.

School Rankings

Midway Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WV)
#437 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
35-39%
34%
25-29%
41%
20-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Midway Elementary School's ranking?
Midway Elementary School is ranked #437 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Midway Elementary School?
255 students attend Midway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Midway Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midway Elementary School?
Midway Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Midway Elementary School offer ?
Midway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midway Elementary School part of?
Midway Elementary School is part of Lincoln County Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 255 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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