Midland High School is a rural high school in Midland, an unincorporated area in Acadia Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is administered by the Acadia Parish School Board. In 2005 it had 330 students, and 20 teachers. 4% of the students were African American, and the remainder white.
Serving 317 students in grades 8-12, Midland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Midland High School serves the southwest part of Morse, LA, covering an area of approximately 100.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 10 to 15 minutes, with most residents living about 6.5 miles from the school's edge, and the furthest distance being around 9.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Midland High School's student population of 317 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Reaching Every Child Every Day
School Rankings
Midland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#598 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rebel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland High School's ranking?
Midland High School is ranked #598 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Midland High School often compared to?
Midland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iota High School, Church Point High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midland High School?
The graduation rate of Midland High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Midland High School?
317 students attend Midland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Midland High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midland High School?
Midland High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Midland High School offer ?
Midland High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midland High School part of?
Midland High School is part of Acadia Parish School District.
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