Morningside High School is a public high school in Inglewood, California, in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. A part of the Inglewood Unified School District, it is the second largest high school in the city after Inglewood High School.
Serving 407 students in grades 9-12, Morningside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morningside High serves the southern part of Inglewood, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morningside High School's student population of 407 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Motto
Learning is the Priority
School Rankings
Morningside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morningside High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8848 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
22%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Scarlet
School Mascot
Monarchs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside High School's ranking?
Morningside High School is ranked #8848 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Morningside High School often compared to?
Morningside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawndale High School, Hawthorne High School, George Washington Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morningside High School?
The graduation rate of Morningside High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Morningside High School?
407 students attend Morningside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Morningside High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morningside High School?
Morningside High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Morningside High School offer ?
Morningside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Morningside High School part of?
Morningside High School is part of Inglewood Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Morningside High School located?
Morningside High School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Inglewood, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Veterans Day - Schools Closed
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
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