Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Morton 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morton School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Morton school district, covering approximately 231.2 square miles in and around Morton, TX. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's edge averaging about 9 miles and reaching up to 16.8 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morton School's student population of 368 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morton 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 Morton School is 0.20, 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
#7743 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
89%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
10%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Maidens And Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morton School's ranking?
Morton School is ranked #7743 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morton School?
The graduation rate of Morton School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Morton School?
368 students attend Morton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Morton School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morton School?
Morton School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morton School offer ?
Morton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Morton School part of?
Morton School is part of Morton Independent School District.
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