MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Morningside Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Houston County school district, located in Perry, GA with about 501 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Morningside Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Morningside Elementary School, located in Perry, Georgia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Houston County School District. Committed to academic excellence and personal growth, the school focuses on creating a supportive environment where students in their formative years can develop essential literacy, numeracy, and social skills. The faculty and staff emphasize a balanced curriculum that aims to prepare children for future academic challenges while fostering a sense of community and school pride.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Morningside Elementary is known for its engagement with the local Perry community and its dedication to character development. The school strives to provide a safe, inclusive atmosphere that encourages curiosity and collaboration among its diverse student body. By integrating modern educational practices with a focus on student well-being, the school works to ensure that every child is equipped with the tools necessary for both personal success and lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Morningside Elementary School at (912) 988-6261 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1206 Morningside Dr
Perry, GA 31069
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MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Perry, GA with about 501 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Houston County
Total Students:
501
Teachers:
34.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 501 students

Black or African American
68.7%
White
22.2%
Two or more races
5.8%
Hispanic/Latino
3.2%
Asian
0.2%

Female
47.3%
Male
52.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.