Serving 535 students in grades 7-12, Morris Area Secondary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morris Area Secondary's attendance zone covers the entire Morris school district, encompassing approximately 304.2 square miles around Morris, MN. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris Area Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Morris Area Secondary's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
17 students
School Rankings
Morris Area Secondary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Area Secondary is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#606 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morris Area Secondary's ranking?
Morris Area Secondary is ranked #606 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morris Area Secondary?
The graduation rate of Morris Area Secondary is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Morris Area Secondary?
535 students attend Morris Area Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Morris Area Secondary students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morris Area Secondary?
Morris Area Secondary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morris Area Secondary offer ?
Morris Area Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morris Area Secondary part of?
Morris Area Secondary is part of Morris Area School District.
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