Midland Academy

Midland Academy in Midland, Georgia, serves about 605 students from PreK to 5th grade and is staffed by approximately 36 certified teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of about 17 to 1. The achievement data demonstrates proficiency in math between 24 to 28 percent and about 30 percent in reading, which are below the state averages, but growth is occurring. The student demographics reflect a high level of diversity with approximately 45% Black, 21% White, 14% Hispanic, 8% Asian, 10% multi-racial student body, and approximately 47% of the student population below the National poverty rate requirements. The other staff includes a full-time counselor along with some special staff who all work along with the regular classroom teachers, so the academy maintains an environment of nurturing. In the surrounding Midland neighborhood (zip 31820), the home values are reported as being between $170,000 and 180,000. Parents typically consider these types of community-based elementary schools.

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1. How does Midland Academy drive its focus on character and leadership?

Programs are used to recognize traits that focus on respect, responsibility, and leadership.

2. What enrichment activities, outside of academics, are provided for students?

Clubs, art, music, and recreational sports provide additional learning opportunities for students.

3. Does the school partner with local organizations to provide learning opportunities for students?

Yes, community organizations partner with our school to design and implement reading and STEM projects.

4. How does the school prepare students for success in middle school?

Students focus on developing strong academic foundations and social-emotional skills to support them to be successful in middle school.

5. In what ways do parents support the programs at school?

Parents help us by volunteering, being a part of advisory groups, and organizing events, are just a few examples.