Serving 603 students in grades 5-6, Morris Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morris Middle serves the southwest part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 3.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morris Middle School's student population of 603 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
603 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Morris Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4629 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morris Middle School's ranking?
Morris Middle School is ranked #4629 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Morris Middle School?
603 students attend Morris Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Morris Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morris Middle School?
Morris Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morris Middle School offer ?
Morris Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Morris Middle School part of?
Morris Middle School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Morris Middle School located?
Morris Middle School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
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