Midland High School is a rural high school in Midland, an unincorporated area in Acadia Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is administered by the Acadia Parish School Board. In 2005 it had 330 students, and 20 teachers. 4% of the students were African American, and the remainder white.
Serving 310 students in grades 8-12, Midland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Midland High School's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Midland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
6%
41%
White
90%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rebel
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland High School's ranking?
Midland High School is ranked #376 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Midland High School often compared to?
Midland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iota High School, Church Point High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midland High School?
The graduation rate of Midland High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Midland High School?
310 students attend Midland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Midland High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midland High School?
Midland High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midland High School offer ?
Midland High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midland High School part of?
Midland High School is part of Acadia Parish School District.
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