Serving 222 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (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%)
- 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Midway High School's student population of 222 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midway High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#608 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
91%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 #608 out of 1,761 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 31% 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 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Midway High School?
222 students attend Midway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Midway High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midway High School?
Midway High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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 Roane County School District.
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