Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morningside ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morningside serves the northwest part of Delano, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically live a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morningside's student population of 477 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morningside ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morningside is 0.35, 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
#3611 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside's ranking?
Morningside is ranked #3611 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Morningside?
477 students attend Morningside.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Morningside students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morningside?
Morningside has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Morningside offer ?
Morningside offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Morningside part of?
Morningside is part of Delano Union Elementary School District.
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