Midland Academy Charter School

Midland Academy Charter School serves 402 students in grades kindergarten through eighth in Midland, Texas. This alternative charter school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1 with 26 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for more individualized attention in the learning environment. Academically, the school demonstrates solid performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1485 out of 8598 schools statewide, placing it in the 83rd percentile among Texas schools.

The school's academic score of 8.5 reflects strong educational outcomes, with 56% of students achieving proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and reading, while 55% reach proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels. Located at 500 N Baird Street, the school serves families in the 79701 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $57,500 and median home value is $186,900. The surrounding community of nearly 28,500 residents faces some economic challenges, with a poverty rate of 20.9% and 16% of adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

Midland Academy Charter School operates within Midland's mid-size city environment, providing an alternative educational option for elementary and middle school families in this West Texas community.

Midland Academy Charter School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.