Serving 604 students in grades 6-8, Morton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Morton Middle School serves the southwest part of Lexington, KY, covering an attendance area of 11.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Morton Middle School's student population of 604 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
604 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Exemplary Learning: No Excuses, No Exceptions
School Rankings
Morton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morton Middle School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#192 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morton Middle School's ranking?
Morton Middle School is ranked #192 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Morton Middle School often compared to?
Morton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jessie M Clark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Morton Middle School?
604 students attend Morton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Morton Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morton Middle School?
Morton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morton Middle School offer ?
Morton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morton Middle School part of?
Morton Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Morton Middle School located?
Morton Middle School is located in the Chevy Chase neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in Chevy Chase.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
I love this school and its curriculum for the students and the teachers are helpful as well as the staff. my daughter wants to attend here but we do not live in the schools' district. Keep up with the good work.
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