Serving 703 students in grades 5-6, Morris Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Morris Middle School's student population of 703 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morris Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Middle School is 0.48, 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
#4080 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
70%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morris Middle School's ranking?
Morris Middle School is ranked #4080 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Morris Middle School?
703 students attend Morris Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Morris Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morris Middle School?
Morris Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morris Middle School offer ?
Morris Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Morris Middle School part of?
Morris Middle School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Morris Middle School located?
Morris Middle School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
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