Serving 403 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Midway Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Midway Elementary School's student population of 403 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
81%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway Elementary School's ranking?
Midway Elementary School is ranked #174 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Midway Elementary School often compared to?
Midway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farwell Elementary School, Colbert Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Midway Elementary School?
403 students attend Midway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Midway Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 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 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Midway Elementary School offer ?
Midway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midway Elementary School part of?
Midway Elementary School is part of Mead School District.
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