Dr. Chris Allen

Dr. Chris Allen served as Midway High School Principal from 2008 to 2011. Prior to joining Midway ISD as Superintendent in February of 2023, Allen served as Superintendent of Marble Falls ISD from 2015 to 2023 and has experience serving as Deputy Superintendent of Lake Travis ISD and worked in Grapevine-Colleyville ISD and Birdville ISD. His significant leadership outcomes include closing achievement gaps, developing positive staff morale, accomplishing operational improvements and fiscal efficiency, and modeling dedication to building relationships through student services and community relations.

Allen earned a Doctor of Education in Educational Administration from the University of Texas at Austin, as well as a master’s degree in educational leadership and policy studies, and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington. He actively serves in state-wide professional organizations, community committees, and his church. Chris and his wife, Natalie, have two adult sons; Joshua and Caleb.