Serving 141 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Midway Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midway Elementary School's student population of 141 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Midway Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#216 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
1%
5%
White
81%
70%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway Elementary School's ranking?
Midway Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Midway Elementary School?
141 students attend Midway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Midway Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midway Elementary School?
Midway Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Midway Elementary School offer ?
Midway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midway Elementary School part of?
Midway Elementary School is part of Midway 128 School District.
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