Serving 758 students in grades 9-12, Midway High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Midway High School's student population of 758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Midway High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#331 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
34%
21%
Black
10%
25%
White
50%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway High School's ranking?
Midway High School is ranked #331 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Midway High School often compared to?
Midway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hobbton High School, Lakewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midway High School?
The graduation rate of Midway High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Midway High School?
758 students attend Midway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Midway High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midway High School?
Midway High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Midway High School offer ?
Midway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midway High School part of?
Midway High School is part of Sampson County Schools School District.
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