Serving 651 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morrisville Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morrisville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Morrisville Elementary School's student population of 651 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morrisville Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morrisville Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
51%
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
32%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morrisville Elementary School's ranking?
Morrisville Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Morrisville Elementary School often compared to?
Morrisville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Fork Elementary School, Green Hope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Morrisville Elementary School?
651 students attend Morrisville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Morrisville Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morrisville Elementary School?
Morrisville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morrisville Elementary School offer ?
Morrisville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Morrisville Elementary School part of?
Morrisville Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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