Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morgan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Morgan Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Paducah, KY, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Morgan Elementary School's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence, Tradition and Pride since 1864
School Rankings
Morgan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morgan Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#462 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
44%
11%
White
30%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan Elementary School's ranking?
Morgan Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Morgan Elementary School often compared to?
Morgan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcnabb Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Morgan Elementary School?
369 students attend Morgan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Morgan Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgan Elementary School?
Morgan Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morgan Elementary School offer ?
Morgan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morgan Elementary School part of?
Morgan Elementary School is part of Paducah Independent School District.
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