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Midland Elementary School (Ranked Bottom 50% for 2026) - Tacoma, WA

Midland Elementary School

2300 105th St E
Tacoma, WA 98445
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Midland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 399 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Midland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

Midland Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
All kids are capable of success. No Exceptions.

School Rankings

Midland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland Elementary School is 0.81, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1757 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30%
41%
28%
53%
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
29%
27%
Black
14%
5%
White
24%
47%
Hawaiian
9%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.81
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Mustangs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Midland Elementary School's ranking?
Midland Elementary School is ranked #1757 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Midland Elementary School often compared to?
Midland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waller Road Elementary School, Birney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Midland Elementary School?
399 students attend Midland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Midland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midland Elementary School?
Midland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Midland Elementary School offer ?
Midland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midland Elementary School part of?
Midland Elementary School is part of Franklin Pierce School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 399 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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