Serving 354 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 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Morton School's student population of 354 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
The Maidens And Indians
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 0.22, 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
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
11%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Maidens And Indians
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Morton School?
354 students attend Morton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Morton School students are Hispanic, 11% 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 10:1, which is lower than 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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