Mark Morris High School is a public high school in Longview, Washington, United States, for grades nine through twelve. In 2013, it had an enrollment of 976 students.
Serving 923 students in grades 9-12, Mark Morris High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Morris High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mark Morris High School's student population of 923 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Navy Blue, Scarlet, Columbia blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Mark Morris High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mark Morris High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1193 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
68%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mark Morris High School's ranking?
Mark Morris High School is ranked #1193 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mark Morris High School often compared to?
Mark Morris High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R A Long High School, Kelso High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mark Morris High School?
The graduation rate of Mark Morris High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mark Morris High School?
923 students attend Mark Morris High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mark Morris High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mark Morris High School?
Mark Morris High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mark Morris High School offer ?
Mark Morris High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mark Morris High School part of?
Mark Morris High School is part of Longview School District.
In what neighborhood is Mark Morris High School located?
Mark Morris High School is located in the Old West Side neighborhood of Longview, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Old West Side.
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