Serving 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Morningside School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morningside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Morningside School's student population of 212 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morningside School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morningside School is 0.42, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#420 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
5%
Black
1%
1%
White
75%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside School's ranking?
Morningside School is ranked #420 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Morningside School often compared to?
Morningside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Joseph School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Morningside School?
212 students attend Morningside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Morningside School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morningside School?
Morningside School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morningside School offer ?
Morningside School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Morningside School part of?
Morningside School is part of Great Falls Elem School District.
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