Serving 217 students in grades 9-12, Midway High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Midway High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Kingston, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 351.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Midway High School's student population of 217 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
19 teachers
Year Founded
1947
School Rankings
Midway High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
n/a
20%
White
94%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway High School's ranking?
Midway High School is ranked #650 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Midway High School often compared to?
Midway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roane County High School, Oliver Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midway High School?
The graduation rate of Midway High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Midway High School?
217 students attend Midway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Midway High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
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 Roane County School District.
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