Morningview Elementary School

2849 Pelzer Ave
Montgomery, AL 36109
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morningview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 427 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50% in AL
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Morningview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Morningview Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

School Rankings

Morningview 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 Morningview Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
This School
State Level (AL)
#1209 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
7%
30%
14%
47%
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
28%
11%
Black
64%
32%
White
5%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morningview Elementary School's ranking?
Morningview Elementary School is ranked #1209 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Morningview Elementary School often compared to?
Morningview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dalraida Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Morningview Elementary School?
427 students attend Morningview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Morningview Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morningview Elementary School?
Morningview Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morningview Elementary School offer ?
Morningview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morningview Elementary School part of?
Morningview Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.

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5   9/12/2012
i really luv this school... hands down
- Posted by Parent - dorot

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 427 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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