Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morningside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morningside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morningside Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morningside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morningside Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#198 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
55%
58%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside Elementary School's ranking?
Morningside Elementary School is ranked #198 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Morningside Elementary School often compared to?
Morningside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Morningside Elementary School?
318 students attend Morningside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Morningside Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morningside Elementary School?
Morningside Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morningside Elementary School offer ?
Morningside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Morningside Elementary School part of?
Morningside Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Morningside Elementary School located?
Morningside Elementary School is located in the Morningside neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Morningside.
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