Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morgan Central Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morgan Central Elementary School serves the southern part of West Liberty, KY, covering an area of approximately 79.5 square miles, with most students living within a 20-30 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 10.8 miles, reaching up to 13.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morgan Central Elementary School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morgan Central Elementary 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 Morgan Central Elementary School is 0.02, which is less 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
#886 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
99%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan Central Elementary School's ranking?
Morgan Central Elementary School is ranked #886 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Morgan Central Elementary School often compared to?
Morgan Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Porter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Morgan Central Elementary School?
285 students attend Morgan Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Morgan Central Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgan Central Elementary School?
Morgan Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morgan Central Elementary School offer ?
Morgan Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morgan Central Elementary School part of?
Morgan Central Elementary School is part of Morgan County School District.
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