Serving 455 students in grades 1-5, Morningside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morningside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Morningside Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Morningside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morningside Elementary School is 0.57, which is more 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
#419 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
12%
11%
White
63%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Elizabethtown Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside Elementary School's ranking?
Morningside Elementary School is ranked #419 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Morningside Elementary School often compared to?
Morningside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helmwood Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Morningside Elementary School?
455 students attend Morningside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Morningside Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morningside Elementary School?
Morningside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morningside Elementary School offer ?
Morningside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morningside Elementary School part of?
Morningside Elementary School is part of Elizabethtown Independent School District.
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