Excellent
#203 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 9% in state
Midway Elementary
Elementary School · Mead School District
821 E MIDWAY RD, Colbert, WA 99005
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#203 of 2,228
In Colbert
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 16
Mead School District
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Midway Elementary
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About Midway Elementary
Midway Elementary is a public elementary school in Colbert, WA, part of Mead School District. Midway Elementary serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Midway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #203 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Midway Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Midway Elementary — Students at Midway Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from WA 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: 8.5/10.
How Midway Elementary Compares
See how Midway Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
821 E MIDWAY RD, Colbert, WA 99005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Midway Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Skyline Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Spokane), with a very similar rating. Another option is Prairie View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Spokane), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Creekside Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Mead), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Colbert, see our Colbert schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Farwell Elementary School Spokane | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Northwood Middle School Spokane | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Meadow Ridge Elementary Mead | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Mead Open Doors Mead | 2.7 mi | — |
| Mead Senior High School Spokane | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Brentwood Elementary School Spokane | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Colbert Elementary School Colbert | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Creekside Elementary School Mead | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Mountainside Middle School Colbert | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Colbert | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Spokane International Academy Spokane | 4.9 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTH WALL SCHOOLS Spokane | 4.8 mi | — |
| Mt Spokane High School Mead | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| SPOKANE MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTH Spokane | 5.1 mi | — |
| Shiloh Hills Elementary Spokane | 5.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Spokane | 5.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Spokane | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Prairie View Elementary Spokane | 5.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ST GEORGE'S SCHOOL Spokane | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Skyline Elementary Spokane | 5.2 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,259
Median Home Value
$488,100
Median Rent
$1,185/mo
Population
10,682
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
91.2%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bennett Elementary School Bellevue, WA | 8.7 |
| Broadview-Thomson K-8 School Seattle, WA | 8.7 |
| Cottage Lake Elementary Woodinville, WA | 8.7 |
| Halilts Elementary School Bainbridge Island, WA | 8.7 |
| Leschi Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.7 |
| Mcclure Elementary School Grandview, WA | 8.7 |
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 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Midway Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Midway Elementary is 17.5:1. 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 WA?
Midway Elementary ranks #203 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Midway Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Midway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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?
27.5% 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
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Spokane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.4%
- Phone
- (509) 465-6700
Resources & Links
District
Mead School District- District Enrollment
- 10,410
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,204
- District Rank
- #2 of 16
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