Serving 415 students in grades 6-8, Morningside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morningside Middle serves the eastern part of Fort Worth, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morningside Middle School's student population of 415 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing ALL students for success in college, career and community leadership.
School Rankings
Morningside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morningside Middle School is 0.54, 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
#7942 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
58%
54%
Black
35%
13%
White
3%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside Middle School's ranking?
Morningside Middle School is ranked #7942 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Morningside Middle School?
415 students attend Morningside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Morningside Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morningside Middle School?
Morningside Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morningside Middle School offer ?
Morningside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Morningside Middle School part of?
Morningside Middle School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Morningside Middle School located?
Morningside Middle School is located in the Morningside neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Morningside.
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