MIDWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Midway Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Highline School District school district, located in Des Moines, WA with about 693 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Midway Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Midway Elementary School, located in Des Moines, Washington, is part of the Highline Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The faculty and staff focus on meeting the unique needs of every learner by implementing personalized instruction and maintaining a supportive atmosphere that encourages students to reach their full potential.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, Midway Elementary places a strong value on community engagement and building partnerships with families. The school often hosts programs and events designed to bridge the gap between home and the classroom, ensuring that students feel connected and supported throughout their educational journey. With a focus on equity and excellence, Midway strives to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond by cultivating a culture of curiosity, respect, and collaboration.
For more information, contact Midway Elementary at (206) 631-4400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Des Moines, WA 98198-7199
(206) 631-4400
MIDWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Des Moines, WA with about 693 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Highline School District
- Total Students:
- 693
- Teachers:
- 33.4
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 693 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 50.4%
- Black or African American
- 17.5%
- White
- 9.4%
- Asian
- 8.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 7.9%
- Two or more races
- 5.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 50.2%
- Male
- 49.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.