Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morris Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Morris Grove Elementary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morris Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Grove Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#208 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
7%
25%
White
59%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
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 Morris Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Morris Grove Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Morris Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Morris Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdougle Elementary School, Glenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Morris Grove Elementary School?
396 students attend Morris Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Morris Grove Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morris Grove Elementary School?
Morris Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morris Grove Elementary School offer ?
Morris Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morris Grove Elementary School part of?
Morris Grove Elementary School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools.
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