Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Morgan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Morgan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Morgan Elementary School's student population of 616 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Morgan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Morgan Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#431 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
34%
11%
Black
9%
32%
White
53%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Morgan Elementary School's ranking?
West Morgan Elementary School is ranked #431 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are West Morgan Elementary School often compared to?
West Morgan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frances Nungester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend West Morgan Elementary School?
616 students attend West Morgan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West Morgan Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Morgan Elementary School?
West Morgan Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Morgan Elementary School offer ?
West Morgan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is West Morgan Elementary School part of?
West Morgan Elementary School is part of Morgan County School District.
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