Midway School serves 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Midway School's student population of 120 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
The diversity score of Midway School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
29%
White
94%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Midway School?
120 students attend Midway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Midway School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midway School?
Midway School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Midway School offer ?
Midway School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Midway School part of?
Midway School is part of Edwardsville CUSD 7 School District.
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