Serving 675 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 77% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Midway Elementary School of Science and Engineering serves the northeast part of Anderson, SC, covering an area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 2.8 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 3.6 miles.
- 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
School Overview
Midway Elementary School's student population of 675 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
675 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
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 0.42, 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
#182 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
12%
31%
White
75%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #182 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 North Pointe Elementary School, Concord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Midway Elementary School?
675 students attend Midway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Midway Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
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 Anderson 05 School District.
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