Midway High School is a public high school located in the city of Waco, Texas, USA and classified as a 6A school by the UIL. It is part of the Midway Independent School District, which serves the Waco, Texas area.
Serving 2,730 students in grades 9-12, Midway High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,730 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Midway High School's student population of 2,730 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 176 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,730 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
176 teachers
School Rankings
Midway High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#964 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
53%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway High School's ranking?
Midway High School is ranked #964 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Midway High School often compared to?
Midway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lorena High School, Robinson High School, China Spring High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midway High School?
The graduation rate of Midway High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Midway High School?
2,730 students attend Midway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Midway High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 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 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midway High School offer ?
Midway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Midway High School part of?
Midway High School is part of Midway Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Midway High School located?
Midway High School is located in the West Waco neighborhood of Woodway, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in West Waco.
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