Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midway Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Midway Elementary serves the northwest part of Church Road, VA, covering an area of approximately 109.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Midway Elementary School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
School Motto
Education of a Lifetime!
School Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
10%
21%
White
79%
44%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway Elementary School's ranking?
Midway Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Midway Elementary School often compared to?
Midway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sutherland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Midway Elementary School?
352 students attend Midway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Midway Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midway Elementary School?
Midway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midway Elementary School offer ?
Midway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midway Elementary School part of?
Midway Elementary School is part of Dinwiddie County School District.
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