MIDWAY ALTERNATIVE H S

www.canyonisd.net

79 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

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.

Total Students

6.8

Full-Time Teachers

11.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

27.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MIDWAY ALTERNATIVE H S
Demographic	Student Count
White	46
Hispanic	28
Black	2
Two or More	2
American Indian	1

White
46 (58.2 %)
Hispanic
28 (35.4 %)
Black
2 (2.5 %)
Two or More
2 (2.5 %)
American Indian
1 (1.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	CANYON ISD
Phone:	(806)677-2455
Website:	http://www.canyonisd.net
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	79
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	6.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	17
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 1

Grade 10 4

Grade 11 24

Grade 12 50