Serving 747 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Marnel C. Moorman School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marnel C. Moorman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Marnel C. Moorman School's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marnel C. Moorman School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marnel C. Moorman School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#712 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
28%
8%
Black
7%
11%
White
57%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marnel C. Moorman School's ranking?
Marnel C. Moorman School is ranked #712 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Marnel C. Moorman School often compared to?
Marnel C. Moorman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Marnel C. Moorman School?
747 students attend Marnel C. Moorman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Marnel C. Moorman School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marnel C. Moorman School?
Marnel C. Moorman School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marnel C. Moorman School offer ?
Marnel C. Moorman School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marnel C. Moorman School part of?
Marnel C. Moorman School is part of Shelby County School District.
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