Midway High School

Midway High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
8200 Mars Dr,  Waco, TX
Midway Independent School District
4.1
3.3
2,730 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs Alison Smith
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
77%
Average GPA
3.74
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A-
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.74
Reading Proficiency
77%
Math Proficiency
67%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
176
Full Time Teachers
176
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
600
Verbal
620
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
23
AP Pass Rate
81%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
38%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
312:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.5%
Female
49.5%
White
54.8%
Hispanic
25.1%
Black
11.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.3%
Two or more races
3.6%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#80 Best Public HS in Texas
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Texas A&M University 598 Students
Baylor University 574 Students
University of Texas - Austin 441 Students
McLennan Community College 425 Students
Texas Tech University 324 Students
Texas State University 276 Students
Tarleton State University 261 Students
Rice University 201 Students
University of North Texas 198 Students
University of Houston 182 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 216 Students
Biology 176 Students
Nursing 166 Students
Psychology 164 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 84 Students
Mechanical Engineering 71 Students
Marketing 70 Students
Computer Science 69 Students
Accounting 67 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 60 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 450 Reviews
4.0 Alum
1/4/2025
I graduated from Midway Highschool and enjoyed it. I loved attending the school, we had great technology and great teachers to help us to further our academics and prepare for college.
4.0 Senior
2/18/2024
Midway High School is a good, structured school. Although it has some flaws there are a lot of really good qualities to Midway High. The education is good and the school spent good resource to make sure the kids are getting the best learning experience.
5.0 Senior
6/27/2023
The best parts is how the teachers really care about your success and are always there for you. There weren't really any bad things besides people vaping in the bathrooms.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 9 Reviews
2.0 parent
11/21/2025
Im Extremely upset with Midway High school, as a whole. 60 to 70% of the students and parents are treated as a number and a burden. It is entirely too large, with too many students in one building. The Teachers, are good, as a whole. The Administration covers their ###'#, they dont care about parent...
1.0 student
9/1/2023
Midway genuinely is the worst school I've ever been too. The only good thing is the teachers who understand the kids. DO NOT GO HERE. !!!
4.0 parent
1/11/2022
I was a student here and it was a great experience the teachers are super nice and welcoming. It all depends on who you decide to become friends with tbh cliques here do exist.
5.0 parent
1/29/2016
My son made national merit, my daughter is a goaltender -- Midway gives your kids the tools they need to succeed. One of the best public high schools in Texas.

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Midway High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Waco, TX and is served by the Midway Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,730 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 77% are proficient in reading. Midway High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.74, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $363,352. Discover additional schools in the area, like Midway Middle School, Woodway Christian School, Chapel Park Elementary, and more. Learn more about what Waco has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Midway High School.

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