Serving 780 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garrett Morgan Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Garrett Morgan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
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Garrett Morgan Elementary School's student population of 780 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Garrett Morgan Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrett Morgan Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#98 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
17%
11%
White
58%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Garrett Morgan Elementary School's ranking?
Garrett Morgan Elementary School is ranked #98 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Garrett Morgan Elementary School often compared to?
Garrett Morgan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Garrett Morgan Elementary School?
780 students attend Garrett Morgan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Garrett Morgan Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garrett Morgan Elementary School?
Garrett Morgan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Garrett Morgan Elementary School offer ?
Garrett Morgan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Garrett Morgan Elementary School part of?
Garrett Morgan Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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