Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, West Morgan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Morgan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Morgan Elementary School's student population of 516 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
West Morgan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Morgan Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#410 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
40%
11%
Black
8%
32%
White
47%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Morgan Elementary School's ranking?
West Morgan Elementary School is ranked #410 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend West Morgan Elementary School?
516 students attend West Morgan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of West Morgan Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Morgan Elementary School?
West Morgan Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Morgan Elementary School offer ?
West Morgan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Morgan Elementary School part of?
West Morgan Elementary School is part of Morgan County School District.
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