Serving 736 students in grades 9-12, Midway High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Midway High School's student population of 736 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midway High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#736 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
31%
20%
Black
9%
25%
White
54%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway High School's ranking?
Midway High School is ranked #736 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Midway High School often compared to?
Midway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hobbton High School, Lakewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midway High School?
The graduation rate of Midway High School is 92%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Midway High School?
736 students attend Midway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Midway High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midway High School?
Midway High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midway High School offer ?
Midway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Midway High School part of?
Midway High School is part of Sampson County Schools School District.
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