Serving 580 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Midland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Midland Elementary School's student population of 580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
580 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Not defined in the text
School Calendar
School Rankings
Midland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1517 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
47%
20%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rattlers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Elementary School's ranking?
Midland Elementary School is ranked #1517 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Midland Elementary School often compared to?
Midland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tierra Bonita Elementary School, Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Midland Elementary School?
580 students attend Midland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Midland Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midland Elementary School?
Midland Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Midland Elementary School offer ?
Midland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Midland Elementary School part of?
Midland Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Midland Elementary School located?
Midland Elementary School is located in the Old Poway neighborhood of Poway, CA.
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