Morton Early Learning Center serves 501 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 46:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 46:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morton Early Learning Center's student population of 501 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
501 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Morton Early Learning Center is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Morton Early Learning Center?
501 students attend Morton Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Morton Early Learning Center students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morton Early Learning Center?
Morton Early Learning Center has a student ration of 46:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morton Early Learning Center offer ?
Morton Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Morton Early Learning Center part of?
Morton Early Learning Center is part of Hastings School District.
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