Morningside Elementary School in Mobile ranks in the bottom 50% among Alabama public schools, with its overall state rank declining from #390 in 2011 to #983 in 2023.
Math proficiency was 16%, reading proficiency was 26%, and science proficiency ranged approximately 6–9%, all lower than the state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38% respectively in the most recent reporting years.
Enrollment increased from 455 students in 2018 to 487 in 2023, with minority enrollment consistently high at 99%, and free lunch eligibility rising to the top 1% statewide at 95% or more over recent years.
The school serves grades prekindergarten through 5 with an enrollment of 487 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morningside Elementary School serves the southeast part of Mobile, AL, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morningside Elementary School's student population of 480 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morningside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morningside Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#983 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
87%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside Elementary School's ranking?
Morningside Elementary School is ranked #983 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Morningside Elementary School?
480 students attend Morningside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Morningside Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morningside Elementary School?
Morningside Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morningside Elementary School offer ?
Morningside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morningside Elementary School part of?
Morningside Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Morningside Elementary School located?
Morningside Elementary School is located in the Navco neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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