Serving 54 students in grades 9-12, Midway High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Midway High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 293.1 square miles in Forest River, ND. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 17.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Midway High School's student population of 54 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
54 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Rankings
Midway High School ranks within the top 30% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#100 out of 449 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
85%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway High School's ranking?
Midway High School is ranked #100 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midway High School?
The graduation rate of Midway High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Midway High School?
54 students attend Midway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Midway High School students are White, and 15% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midway High School?
Midway High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Midway High School offer ?
Midway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midway High School part of?
Midway High School is part of Midway 128 School District.
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