Midland High School is a public high school located in Midland, Texas and is part of Midland Independent School District. The original Midland High School was built in 1926 and was moved twenty-three years later to a new building in 1949 where it currently sits today.
Serving 2,577 students in grades 7-12, Midland High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midland High School's student population of 2,577 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Midland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland High School is 0.46, 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
#7944 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
71%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
19%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland High School's ranking?
Midland High School is ranked #7944 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Midland High School often compared to?
Midland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midland High School?
The graduation rate of Midland High School is 88%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Midland High School?
2,577 students attend Midland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Midland High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midland High School?
Midland High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midland High School offer ?
Midland High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Midland High School part of?
Midland High School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Midland High School located?
Midland High School is located in the High School neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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