Serving 52 students in grades 11-12, Midway Alternative High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midway Alternative High School's student population of 52 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
52 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Midway Alternative High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway Alternative High School is 0.50, 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
#3311 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway Alternative High School's ranking?
Midway Alternative High School is ranked #3311 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midway Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Midway Alternative High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Midway Alternative High School?
52 students attend Midway Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Midway Alternative High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midway Alternative High School?
Midway Alternative High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midway Alternative High School offer ?
Midway Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Midway Alternative High School part of?
Midway Alternative High School is part of Canyon Independent School District.
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