Morgan High School is a public high school in McConnelsville, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Morgan Local School District.
Serving 513 students in grades 9-12, Morgan High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Morgan High School's student population of 513 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Grey, Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Morgan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morgan High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1720 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
31%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan High School's ranking?
Morgan High School is ranked #1720 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Morgan High School often compared to?
Morgan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morgan High School?
The graduation rate of Morgan High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Morgan High School?
513 students attend Morgan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Morgan High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morgan High School?
Morgan High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morgan High School offer ?
Morgan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morgan High School part of?
Morgan High School is part of Morgan Local School District.
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