Serving 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Morris Area Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Morris Area Elementary School's student population of 575 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To Become the Finest School District in West Central Minnesota!
School Rankings
Morris Area Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Area Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
28%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morris Area Elementary School's ranking?
Morris Area Elementary School is ranked #328 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Morris Area Elementary School?
575 students attend Morris Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Morris Area Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morris Area Elementary School?
Morris Area Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morris Area Elementary School offer ?
Morris Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morris Area Elementary School part of?
Morris Area Elementary School is part of Morris Area School District.
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