MORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Morton Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Morton School District school district, located in MORTON, WA with about 157 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 9 teachers, Morton Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Morton Elementary School, located at 400 W Main Ave in Morton, Washington, serves as a central educational hub for the local community within the Morton School District. As a small-town institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while encouraging student growth and character development. By prioritizing a close-knit atmosphere, the faculty and staff strive to meet the individual needs of their students, ensuring that young learners receive personalized attention in their formative years.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Morton Elementary is deeply integrated into the culture of its small rural setting, often serving as a focal point for community engagement and local events. The school places a high value on maintaining strong communication between parents, teachers, and the broader district to create a collaborative educational experience. For those interested in learning more about the school's specific programs, district policies, or calendar of events, the school maintains an official website at http://morton.k12.wa.us, which serves as a primary resource for families and stakeholders.

For more information, contact Morton Elementary School at (360) 496-5143 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

400 W MAIN AVE
MORTON, WA 98356-0060
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MORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MORTON, WA with about 157 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
157
Teachers:
9.44
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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
6th 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 157 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.

White
78.3%
Hispanic/Latino
10.2%
Two or more races
8.9%
Asian
1.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

Female
51.6%
Male
48.4%

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.