Serving 816 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morningside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 816 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morningside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Morningside Elementary School's student population of 816 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
816 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morningside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morningside Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#67 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
10%
36%
White
66%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside Elementary School's ranking?
Morningside Elementary School is ranked #67 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Morningside Elementary School often compared to?
Morningside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springdale Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Morningside Elementary School?
816 students attend Morningside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Morningside Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morningside Elementary School?
Morningside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morningside Elementary School offer ?
Morningside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Morningside Elementary School part of?
Morningside Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
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