Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morris Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Morris Hill Elementary School's student population of 244 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morris Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Hill Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
23%
21%
Black
11%
6%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morris Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Morris Hill Elementary School is ranked #239 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Morris Hill Elementary School?
244 students attend Morris Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Morris Hill Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morris Hill Elementary School?
Morris Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morris Hill Elementary School offer ?
Morris Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Morris Hill Elementary School part of?
Morris Hill Elementary School is part of Geary County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Morris Hill Elementary School located?
Morris Hill Elementary School is located in the Custer Hill neighborhood of Fort Riley, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Custer Hill.
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