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Morris Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 850 students

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3 stars

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Posted July 11, 2010

Well I am a student at fossum and I can tell you that it is a very good school with many very good students. Even though there may be a handful and mean girls/guys it is overall the best school. The teachers know what they are doing and are willing to help when ever. I would totally recommend it for any student!


Posted May 4, 2008

Yes, the lack of leadership for these children is apalling. There is no discipline and there is a lot of cruel bullying by the kids, and weekly fights. Yes, their fine arts teachers are wonderful and are on top, but the bad outweighs the good. And watch out for the rude receptionists...smiling does not help. They are rude to the kids too. I want to see an environment where children can learn in a safe and caring environment, and where they can also learn to be polite ladies and gentlemen. I hope things will change by 08-09.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 30, 2008

It s a very good tool to keep us informed about all the facts and activities into the school.
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Posted April 19, 2007

My child attended Morris for one year and we were appalled at the utter lack of discipline, respect and academic achievement. If you have any other option, don't even think about enrolling your child at Morris.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 15, 2006

The administrators at this campus really go the extra mile. They treat all children, staff, and even parents fairly.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 20, 2006

This is a great school! The arts and academics are superb. The orchestra, band and choir consistently receive top honors in UIL competitions and local competitions. Academically, Morris students place among the top in the school district. You will find a happy, loving community for your children at Morris.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted May 27, 2005

This school has wonderul teachers and school work is appropriate as is homework. My son started after the 1st half of the year and the difference between the schools was so apparent. We are all happier with this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

234 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
90%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

232 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
95%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

256 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
85%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

255 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
89%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.

257 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
90%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 73% in 2011.

220 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
88%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

220 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
96%
Science

The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.

214 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
73%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 95% in 2011.

215 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
92%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students87%
Female85%
Male89%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic86%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special educationn/a
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)59%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant87%
Gifted/talented98%

Reading

All Students86%
Female87%
Male86%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic85%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special educationn/a
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)50%
Proficient in English89%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant86%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students84%
Female83%
Male84%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic83%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White87%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Special education50%
Not special education86%
Limited English proficient (LEP)73%
Proficient in English84%
Migrant57%
Non-migrant84%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students91%
Female92%
Male91%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education50%
Not special education94%
Limited English proficient (LEP)73%
Proficient in English93%
Migrant86%
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students96%
Female95%
Male97%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic95%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged94%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special education86%
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)69%
Proficient in English97%
Migrant71%
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students89%
Female91%
Male88%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian91%
Hispanic89%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education50%
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)69%
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students93%
Female95%
Male91%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special education44%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)60%
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students77%
Female72%
Male81%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic74%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged65%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Special education17%
Not special education78%
Limited English proficient (LEP)36%
Proficient in English80%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant77%
Gifted/talented98%

Social Studies

All Students95%
Female95%
Male95%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic95%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special education100%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)86%
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 84% 48%
White 12% 34%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 4%
Black 1% 14%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 7%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 19%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 12%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 49%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 0%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 22%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 14%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 27%N/A23%
21 or more years 37%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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1400 Trenton Rd
McAllen, TX 78501
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