Serving 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morgan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morgan Elementary School's student population of 277 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Morgan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morgan Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#1749 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
86%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan Elementary School's ranking?
Morgan Elementary School is ranked #1749 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Morgan Elementary School?
277 students attend Morgan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Morgan Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgan Elementary School?
Morgan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morgan Elementary School offer ?
Morgan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morgan Elementary School part of?
Morgan Elementary School is part of Rowan-Salisbury Schools School District.
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