Needs Improvement
#2080 of 2,221 schools in MO
Midway Elem.
Elementary School · MIDWAY R-I
5801 E STATE RTE 2, Cleveland, MO 64734
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,080 of 2,221
In Cleveland
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
MIDWAY R-I
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Midway Elem.
Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Midway High
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Louisburg Virtual Program
6.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Midway Elem.
Midway Elem. is a public elementary school in Cleveland, MO, part of MIDWAY R-I. Midway Elem. serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Midway Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,080 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Midway Elem. show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Midway Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Midway Elem. — Students at Midway Elem. score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Midway Elem. Compares
See how Midway Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5801 E STATE RTE 2, Cleveland, MO 64734
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Midway Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broadmoor Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Louisburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is PECULIAR ELEM. (rated 5.7/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Peculiar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAMBRIDGE ELEM. (rated 5.6/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Belton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIDWAY HIGH Cleveland | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Louisburg Virtual Program Louisburg | 6.0 mi | — |
| Rockville Elementary School Louisburg | 6.3 mi | 4.5 |
| PECULIAR ELEM. Peculiar | 7.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Louisburg High Louisburg | 7.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Louisburg Middle Louisburg | 7.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SHULL EARLY LEARNING CENTER Peculiar | 8.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Broadmoor Elementary Louisburg | 7.4 mi | 8.3 |
| RAYMORE-PECULIAR SR. HIGH Peculiar | 8.8 mi | 7.4 |
| RAYMORE-PECULIAR SOUTH MIDDLE Peculiar | 9.0 mi | 7.2 |
| BRIDLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY Raymore | 9.9 mi | 5.5 |
| HOLY ROSARY - WEA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bucyrus | 8.8 mi | 3.5 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEM. Belton | 11.4 mi | 5.6 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Belton | 11.4 mi | 8.1 |
| STONEGATE ELEM. Raymore | 11.2 mi | 4.4 |
| DREXEL ELEM. Drexel | 11.4 mi | 4.5 |
| DREXEL HIGH Drexel | 11.4 mi | 5.6 |
| EVERETT WADE JUVENILE CTR. Harrisonville | 9.3 mi | — |
| BELTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Belton | 11.9 mi | 6.0 |
| MILL CREEK UPPER ELEM. Belton | 12.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64734 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,313
Median Home Value
$313,600
Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Population
2,065
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HIGHLAND ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.8 |
| NIKE ELEM. Catawissa, MO | 3.8 |
| CLARKTON ELEM. Clarkton, MO | 3.9 |
| GRIFFITH ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO | 3.9 |
| LEXINGTON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.9 |
| SCOTLAND CO. ELEM. Memphis, MO | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Midway Elem.
What grades does Midway Elem. serve?
Midway Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Midway Elem.?
Midway Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Midway Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Midway Elem. is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Midway Elem. rank in MO?
Midway Elem. ranks #2,080 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Midway Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Midway Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Midway Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Midway Elem. has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Midway Elem. a charter school?
No, Midway Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Midway Elem. a Title I school?
No, Midway Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Midway Elem.?
30.3% of students at Midway Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Cass County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (816) 250-2994
Resources & Links
District
MIDWAY R-I- District Enrollment
- 432
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,076
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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