Morgan Middle School

400 E First
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 773 students in grades 6-8, Morgan Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 773 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Morgan Middle School's student population of 773 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

School Rankings

Morgan Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morgan Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1373 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
34%
41%
44%
53%
39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.47
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morgan Middle School's ranking?
Morgan Middle School is ranked #1373 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Morgan Middle School often compared to?
Morgan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kittitas High School, Walter Strom Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Morgan Middle School?
773 students attend Morgan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Morgan Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgan Middle School?
Morgan Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Morgan Middle School offer ?
Morgan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morgan Middle School part of?
Morgan Middle School is part of Ellensburg School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 773 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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