Serving 397 students in grades 3-5, Morris Avenue Intermediate 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 53% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris Avenue Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Morris Avenue Intermediate School's student population of 397 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Morris Avenue Intermediate 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 Morris Avenue Intermediate School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#404 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
53%
31%
White
35%
50%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morris Avenue Intermediate School's ranking?
Morris Avenue Intermediate School is ranked #404 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Morris Avenue Intermediate School often compared to?
Morris Avenue Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside School by visitors of our site.
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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Morris Avenue Intermediate School?
397 students attend Morris Avenue Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Morris Avenue Intermediate School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morris Avenue Intermediate School?
Morris Avenue Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morris Avenue Intermediate School offer ?
Morris Avenue Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morris Avenue Intermediate School part of?
Morris Avenue Intermediate School is part of Opelika City School District.
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