Very Good
#145 of 864 schools in NM
Top 17% in state
Midway Elementary
Elementary School · SOCORRO
9 MIDWAY ROAD, Polvadera, NM 87828
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#145 of 864
In district
#2 of 6
SOCORRO
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Midway Elementary
Elementary School in Polvadera · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Midway Elementary
Midway Elementary is a public elementary school in Polvadera, NM, part of SOCORRO. Midway Elementary serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Midway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #145 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Midway Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, Midway Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Midway Elementary 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.
45% of students at Midway Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Midway Elementary — Students at Midway Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Midway Elementary Compares
See how Midway Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9 MIDWAY ROAD, Polvadera, NM 87828
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Midway Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COTTONWOOD VALLEY CHARTER (rated 8.8/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Socorro), which scores notably higher. Another option is GIL SANCHEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 31.1 miles away, in nearby Belen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 34.3 miles away, in nearby Belen), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Polvadera, see our Polvadera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
18 within 35.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| R. SARRACINO MIDDLE Socorro | 6.7 mi | 5.8 |
| PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY Socorro | 7.4 mi | 4.7 |
| COTTONWOOD VALLEY CHARTER Socorro | 8.2 mi | 8.8 |
| SOCORRO HIGH Socorro | 9.4 mi | 6.5 |
| SAN ANTONIO ELEMENTARY San Antonio | 18.4 mi | 4.1 |
| LA PROMESA ELEMENTARY Belen | 20.4 mi | 5.0 |
| MAGDALENA HIGH Magdalena | 18.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MAGDALENA ELEMENTARY Magdalena | 18.4 mi | 7.9 |
| MAGDALENA MIDDLE Magdalena | 18.4 mi | 9.1 |
| GIL SANCHEZ ELEMENTARY Belen | 31.1 mi | 8.8 |
| BELEN HIGH Belen | 34.2 mi | 5.7 |
| BELEN MIDDLE Belen | 34.2 mi | 3.8 |
| BELEN INFINITY HIGH Belen | 34.3 mi | 4.7 |
| RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY Belen | 34.3 mi | 8.6 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL BELEN Belen | 34.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BELEN FAMILY SCHOOL Belen | 34.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Belen | 34.7 mi | 6.6 |
| LA MERCED ELEMENTARY Belen | 35.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87828 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$179,600
Population
801
College Educated
10.1%
Homeownership
99.3%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
78.5%
Median Age
9.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FORT SUMNER ELEMENTARY Fort Sumner, NM | 8.0 |
| MONTESSORI ONE Albuquerque, NM | 8.0 |
| MONTESSORI ONE Albuquerque, NM | 8.0 |
| ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 8.1 |
| TONY SERNA JR. ELEMENTARY Las Vegas, NM | 7.5 |
| HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tijeras, NM | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Midway Elementary
What grades does Midway Elementary serve?
Midway Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Midway Elementary?
Midway Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Midway Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Midway Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Midway Elementary rank in NM?
Midway Elementary ranks #145 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Midway Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Midway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Midway Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Midway Elementary a charter school?
No, Midway Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Midway Elementary a Title I school?
No, Midway Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Midway Elementary?
100.0% of students at Midway Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Socorro County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.4%
- Phone
- (575) 835-1098
Resources & Links
District
SOCORRO- District Enrollment
- 1,334
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,631
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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