Serving 255 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morris Elementary School's student population of 255 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be safe, be respectful, be responsible
School Rankings
Morris Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3843 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
54%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 #3843 out of 9,523 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
255 students attend Morris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Morris Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morris Elementary School?
Morris Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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.
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