Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morgan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Morgan Elementary School serves the northeast part of Palmyra, IN, covering an area of approximately 39.8 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Morgan Elementary School's student population of 442 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Morgan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morgan Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#186 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan Elementary School's ranking?
Morgan Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Morgan Elementary School often compared to?
Morgan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Harrison Elementary School, Lanesville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Morgan Elementary School?
442 students attend Morgan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Morgan Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgan Elementary School?
Morgan Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morgan Elementary School offer ?
Morgan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morgan Elementary School part of?
Morgan Elementary School is part of North Harrison Com School Corp School District.
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