Serving 772 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 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morgan Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ellensburg school district, covering approximately 558.2 square miles, with an average distance of 12.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone is located 30.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morgan Middle School's student population of 772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 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 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1373 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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?
772 students attend Morgan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Morgan Middle School students are White, 23% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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