Serving 326 students in grades 3-5, Morris Avenue Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
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%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morris Avenue Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#335 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
54%
32%
White
37%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #335 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% 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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