Below Average
#2884 of 3,441 schools in OH
Midway School
Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools
3156 Glenmore Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,884 of 3,441
In Cincinnati
#115 of 171
public schools
In district
#39 of 65
Cincinnati Public Schools
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Midway School
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About Midway School
Midway School is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Midway School serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Midway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,884 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Midway School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Midway School 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 School — Students at Midway School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.4/10.
How Midway School Compares
See how Midway School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3156 Glenmore Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Midway School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST TERESA OF AVILA SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakdale Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,582
Median Home Value
$156,600
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
37,234
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
51.2%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
34.9
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| Buckeye Elementary School Salem, OH | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Midway School
What grades does Midway School serve?
Midway School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Midway School?
Midway School has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Midway School?
The student-teacher ratio at Midway School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Midway School rank in OH?
Midway School ranks #2,884 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Midway School's MySchoolScout rating?
Midway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Midway School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Midway School a charter school?
No, Midway School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Midway School a Title I school?
No, Midway School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 531
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (513) 363-3500
Resources & Links
District
Cincinnati Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 34,860
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,415
- District Rank
- #39 of 65
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