Morris Avenue Intermediate School

8 Morris Ave
Opelika, AL 36801
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 326 students in grades 3-5, Morris Avenue Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 326 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : Top 20% in AL
  • : 41% (Top 20%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Morris Avenue Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Morris Avenue Intermediate School's student population of 326 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
326 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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School Rankings

Morris Avenue Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Avenue Intermediate School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (AL)
#181 out of 1276 schools
(Top 20%)
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41%
24%
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57%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
4%
10%
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Black
54%
32%
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White
37%
53%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
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0.57
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
44%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morris Avenue Intermediate School's ranking?
Morris Avenue Intermediate School is ranked #181 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Morris Avenue Intermediate School often compared to?
Morris Avenue Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Morris Avenue Intermediate School?
326 students attend Morris Avenue Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Morris Avenue Intermediate School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morris Avenue Intermediate School?
Morris Avenue Intermediate School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Morris Avenue Intermediate School offer ?
Morris Avenue Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Morris Avenue Intermediate School part of?
Morris Avenue Intermediate School is part of Opelika City School District.

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Last Day of School - Half Day Dismissal
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 326 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 41% (Top 20%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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