Midland City Elementary School ranked #309 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #436 in 2021 but declining slightly from #283 in 2022, positioning it in the top 30% of state public schools overall.
Math proficiency stood at 35–39% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 55–59%, also higher than the state average of 47%; however, science proficiency was 25–29%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment rose modestly from 426 students in 2019 to 453 in 2023, with minority enrollment steady near 49%, reflecting a racially diverse student body in this Alabama elementary school.
The school served grades Pre–K through 4 with 457 students and 24 teachers in 2023, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 19:1.
A high percentage of students, 76% in 2023, qualified for free lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic need within this Dale County school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midland City Elementary School's student population of 478 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Excellence
School Rankings
Midland City Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland City Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#309 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
32%
31%
White
54%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland City Elementary School's ranking?
Midland City Elementary School is ranked #309 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Midland City Elementary School?
478 students attend Midland City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Midland City Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midland City Elementary School?
Midland City Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Midland City Elementary School offer ?
Midland City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midland City Elementary School part of?
Midland City Elementary School is part of Dale County School District.
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