Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Midway Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with most residing about 0.8 miles away from the zone's boundary, which extends up to 1.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midway Elementary School's student population of 548 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Motto
At Midway, staff, students, and families have high standards and foster excellence by providing an equitable education for all in order to cultivate a community of lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2013 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway Elementary School's ranking?
Midway Elementary School is ranked #2013 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Midway Elementary School?
548 students attend Midway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Midway Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midway Elementary School?
Midway Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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 Highline School District.
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