Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
6%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
62%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School's ranking?
Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School is ranked #2 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School often compared to?
Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Lick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School?
360 students attend Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School?
Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School offer ?
Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School part of?
Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School is part of Texarkana Independent School District.
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