Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chester W. Morrison Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chester W. Morrison Elementary serves a 2.5 square mile area in central Menifee, CA, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is approximately 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School's student population of 518 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester W. Morrison Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3389 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester W. Morrison Elementary School's ranking?
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School is ranked #3389 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chester W. Morrison Elementary School often compared to?
Chester W. Morrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evans Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chester W. Morrison Elementary School?
518 students attend Chester W. Morrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Chester W. Morrison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester W. Morrison Elementary School?
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chester W. Morrison Elementary School offer ?
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chester W. Morrison Elementary School part of?
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School is part of Menifee Union School District.
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