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Very Good

#626 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 35% in state

Midway Elementary

Elementary School · Roane County

130 Laurel Bluff RD, Kingston, TN 37763

Enrollment

400

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#626 of 1,786

In Kingston

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#8 of 18

Roane County

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Midway Elementary

7.2/10

Elementary School in Kingston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Midway High School

8.0/10

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Midway Middle School

8.2/10

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About Midway Elementary

Midway Elementary is a public elementary school in Kingston, TN, part of Roane County. Midway Elementary serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Midway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #626 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Midway Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency57.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+17.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,003
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Midway Elementary — Students at Midway Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 44.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
54%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
51.1%
ELA
31.8%
2025
Math
57.1%
ELA
44.8%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Midway Elementary Compares

See how Midway Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
65th percentile in TN
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

Location

130 Laurel Bluff RD, Kingston, TN 37763

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Midway Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Philadelphia Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Midtown Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Harriman), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ridge View Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Rockwood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kingston, see our Kingston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Midway High School Kingston 0.3 mi 8.0
Midway Middle School Ten Mile 0.4 mi 8.2
Cherokee Middle School Kingston 6.3 mi 6.7
Midtown Educational Center Harriman 6.6 mi 5.1
Roane County Virtual Academy Harriman 6.6 mi 5.2
Roane County High School Kingston 6.8 mi 5.6
Midtown Elementary Harriman 7.0 mi 7.8
Kingston Elementary Kingston 6.6 mi 7.0
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Kingston 7.2 mi 5.5
SAILAWAY LEARNING & ACADEMY Kingston 7.4 mi 2.9
Bowers Elementary Harriman 9.4 mi 7.7
Harriman Middle School Harriman 10.9 mi 6.4
Ridge View Elementary Rockwood 9.4 mi 7.8
Harriman High School Harriman 11.0 mi 4.2
NEW SYSTEM SCHOOL INC. Rockwood 9.8 mi 6.8
Rockwood Middle School Rockwood 10.1 mi 6.3
Rockwood High School Rockwood 10.2 mi 4.3
Philadelphia Elementary Philadelphia 10.7 mi 8.1
Sweetwater Elementary Sweetwater 13.1 mi 6.9
Sweetwater Jr High School Sweetwater 13.2 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37763 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,039

Median Home Value

$234,000

Median Rent

$811/mo

Population

16,394

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

83.1%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

49.2

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Ellendale Elementary Bartlett, TN 7.2
Fairview Elementary Maryville, TN 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Midway Elementary

What grades does Midway Elementary serve?

Midway Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Midway Elementary?

Midway Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Midway Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Midway Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Midway Elementary rank in TN?

Midway Elementary ranks #626 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Midway Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Midway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Roane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

District

Roane County
District Enrollment
6,318
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,003
District Rank
#8 of 18

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