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Morris Ford Middle School (Ranked Bottom 50% for 2026) - Tacoma, WA

Morris Ford Middle School

1602 104th Street East
Tacoma, WA 98445
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 831 students in grades 6-8, Morris Ford Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 831 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Morris Ford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Morris Ford Middle School's student population of 831 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
831 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
To empower the hearts and minds of learners to imagine, learn, and grow so they are prepared to thrive and take on the world.

School Rankings

Morris Ford Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Ford Middle School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1731 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
22%
41%
38%
53%
28%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
35%
27%
Black
10%
5%
White
28%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.77
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: T-birds

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morris Ford Middle School's ranking?
Morris Ford Middle School is ranked #1731 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Morris Ford Middle School often compared to?
Morris Ford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perry G Keithley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Morris Ford Middle School?
831 students attend Morris Ford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Morris Ford Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morris Ford Middle School?
Morris Ford Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morris Ford Middle School offer ?
Morris Ford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morris Ford Middle School part of?
Morris Ford Middle School is part of Franklin Pierce School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 831 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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