Serving 803 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Marnel C. Moorman School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marnel C. Moorman School's student population of 803 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
803 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Marnel C. Moorman School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marnel C. Moorman School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#855 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
32%
10%
Black
9%
11%
White
51%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marnel C. Moorman School's ranking?
Marnel C. Moorman School is ranked #855 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Marnel C. Moorman School often compared to?
Marnel C. Moorman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Marnel C. Moorman School?
803 students attend Marnel C. Moorman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Marnel C. Moorman School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marnel C. Moorman School?
Marnel C. Moorman School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marnel C. Moorman School offer ?
Marnel C. Moorman School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marnel C. Moorman School part of?
Marnel C. Moorman School is part of Shelby County School District.
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