Serving 197 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Morven Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morven Elementary serves the southern part of Morven, NC, covering an area of approximately 107.2 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morven Elementary School's student population of 197 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morven Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morven Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2400 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)20-24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
74%
24%
White
1%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morven Elementary School's ranking?
Morven Elementary School is ranked #2400 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Morven Elementary School?
197 students attend Morven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Morven Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morven Elementary School?
Morven Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morven Elementary School offer ?
Morven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morven Elementary School part of?
Morven Elementary School is part of Anson County Schools.
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