Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morgan Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky 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 Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morgan Central Elementary School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morgan Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morgan Central Elementary School is 0.02, which is less 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
#886 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
99%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Morgan County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan Central Elementary School's ranking?
Morgan Central Elementary School is ranked #886 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Morgan Central Elementary School?
285 students attend Morgan Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Morgan Central Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgan Central Elementary School?
Morgan Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morgan Central Elementary School offer ?
Morgan Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morgan Central Elementary School part of?
Morgan Central Elementary School is part of Morgan County School District.
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