MORGAN MIDDLE SCHOOL

Morgan Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Ellensburg School District school district, located in Ellensburg, WA with about 727 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 40 teachers, Morgan Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Morgan Middle School, located at 400 E First in Ellensburg, Washington, serves as a primary educational hub for the local community, catering to students in the critical middle school transition years. As part of the Ellensburg School District, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional growth. The campus is situated in the heart of Ellensburg, allowing it to remain deeply connected to the town’s small-community atmosphere while providing students with the resources necessary to prepare for their eventual transition to Ellensburg High School.

The school emphasizes a comprehensive middle school experience, typically featuring a blend of core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—alongside various elective opportunities. By focusing on the unique developmental needs of early adolescents, Morgan Middle School aims to cultivate a supportive culture that encourages curiosity, responsibility, and civic engagement. Through its curriculum and extracurricular activities, the school strives to equip students with the foundational skills and confidence required for success in their future academic and personal endeavors.

For more information, contact Morgan Middle School at (509) 925-8200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.