Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Morrison Gordon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morrison Gordon Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morrison Gordon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morrison Gordon Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1385 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
84%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morrison Gordon Elementary School's ranking?
Morrison Gordon Elementary School is ranked #1385 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Morrison Gordon Elementary School often compared to?
Morrison Gordon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Morrison Gordon Elementary School?
387 students attend Morrison Gordon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Morrison Gordon Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morrison Gordon Elementary School?
Morrison Gordon Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morrison Gordon Elementary School offer ?
Morrison Gordon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morrison Gordon Elementary School part of?
Morrison Gordon Elementary School is part of Athens City School District.
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