Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morningside Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morningside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morningside Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morningside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morningside Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#6833 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
71%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside Elementary School's ranking?
Morningside Elementary School is ranked #6833 out of 8,188 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Morningside Elementary School?
410 students attend Morningside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Morningside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morningside Elementary School?
Morningside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morningside Elementary School offer ?
Morningside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Morningside Elementary School part of?
Morningside Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Morningside Elementary School located?
Morningside Elementary School is located in the Morningside neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Morningside.
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