Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morello Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Morello Park Elementary serves the northeast section of Martinez, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within the zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morello Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Morello Park Elementary School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
496 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morello Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morello Park Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#569 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
15%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
49%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morello Park Elementary School's ranking?
Morello Park Elementary School is ranked #569 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Morello Park Elementary School often compared to?
Morello Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Muir Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Morello Park Elementary School?
496 students attend Morello Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Morello Park Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morello Park Elementary School?
Morello Park Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Morello Park Elementary School offer ?
Morello Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Morello Park Elementary School part of?
Morello Park Elementary School is part of Martinez Unified School District.
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