MIDWAY ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL

MIDWAY ALTERNATIVE H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the CANYON ISD school district, located in AMARILLO, TX with about 63 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 6 teachers, MIDWAY ALTERNATIVE H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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 Alternative High School, located at 13501 S. Bell in Amarillo, Texas, is an integral component of the Canyon Independent School District. As an alternative education campus, the school is specifically designed to provide a supportive and flexible learning environment for students who may struggle with the traditional high school model. Its mission focuses on helping students overcome academic or personal barriers, ensuring they stay on track toward graduation and are prepared for their post-secondary goals.

The school emphasizes individualized instruction, allowing students to progress at a pace that suits their specific learning needs while maintaining the rigorous academic standards expected within Canyon ISD. By offering smaller class sizes and personalized attention, Midway Alternative High School creates a unique atmosphere where students can regain their academic confidence and develop the necessary skills for success, ultimately bridging the gap to a high school diploma.

For more information, contact MIDWAY ALTERNATIVE H S at (806) 677-2455 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

13501 S BELL
AMARILLO, TX 79118
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MIDWAY ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in AMARILLO, TX with about 63 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
District:
CANYON ISD
Total Students:
63
Teachers:
6
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 63 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MIDWAY ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.

White
77.8%
Hispanic/Latino
19.0%
Black or African American
3.2%

Female
55.6%
Male
44.4%

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.