Serving 856 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midway Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Midway Elementary serves the northeast part of Lexington, SC, covering an area of approximately 11 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Midway Elementary School's student population of 856 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
856 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Making a Difference for Every Student
School Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#148 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway Elementary School's ranking?
Midway Elementary School is ranked #148 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Midway Elementary School often compared to?
Midway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Glen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Midway Elementary School?
856 students attend Midway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Midway Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 South Carolina 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 Lexington 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Qulaity of academics is great, facilities are good.
The only issue I have is the school is too large, hopefully the opening of the new school will offset the large enrollment.
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