Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midway Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Midway Elementary School serves the southwest part of Blackshear, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 19.8 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Midway Elementary School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Motto
Excellence is the Standard
School Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#171 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
13%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway Elementary School's ranking?
Midway Elementary School is ranked #171 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Midway Elementary School often compared to?
Midway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackshear Elementary School, Patterson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Midway Elementary School?
484 students attend Midway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Midway Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% 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 Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midway Elementary School offer ?
Midway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midway Elementary School part of?
Midway Elementary School is part of Pierce County School District.
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