Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Morton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi 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 Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morton Elementary School's student population of 686 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morton Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#687 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
38%
7%
Black
25%
45%
White
31%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morton Elementary School's ranking?
Morton Elementary School is ranked #687 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Morton Elementary School often compared to?
Morton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pisgah Elementary 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 52% MS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Morton Elementary School?
686 students attend Morton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Morton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morton Elementary School?
Morton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morton Elementary School offer ?
Morton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morton Elementary School part of?
Morton Elementary School is part of Scott County School District.
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