Serving 726 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 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Midway High serves the northwest part of the Newton Grove, NC school district, covering an area of approximately 176.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 14.4 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Midway High School's student population of 726 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
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 0.62, 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
#331 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥95%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
Showing 2005–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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, Clinton 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 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Midway High School?
726 students attend Midway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Midway High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midway High School?
Midway High School has a student ration of 20:1, 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.
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