Serving 756 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garrett Morgan Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garrett Morgan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Garrett Morgan Elementary School's student population of 756 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garrett Morgan Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrett Morgan Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 1267 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
18%
11%
White
60%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garrett Morgan Elementary School's ranking?
Garrett Morgan Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Garrett Morgan Elementary School often compared to?
Garrett Morgan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Garrett Morgan Elementary School?
756 students attend Garrett Morgan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Garrett Morgan Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garrett Morgan Elementary School?
Garrett Morgan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Garrett Morgan Elementary School offer ?
Garrett Morgan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Garrett Morgan Elementary School part of?
Garrett Morgan Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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