Serving 292 students in grades 3-5, Morris Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Morris Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morris Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#4222 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
15%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morris Elementary School's ranking?
Morris Elementary School is ranked #4222 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Morris Elementary School often compared to?
Morris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fuente Nueva Charter, Jacoby Creek, Fieldbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Morris Elementary School?
292 students attend Morris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Morris Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morris Elementary School?
Morris Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Morris Elementary School offer ?
Morris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Morris Elementary School part of?
Morris Elementary School is part of Mckinleyville Union Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break (Events)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break (Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fall Break (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Fall Break (Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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