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Morningside High

High School · Inglewood Unified

10500 South Yukon Ave., Inglewood, CA 90303

Enrollment

483

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Inglewood

#17 of 24

public schools

California high schools

#1,121 of 1,892

In district

#9 of 16

Inglewood Unified

School environment

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Morningside High

Morningside High is a regular public high school located in Inglewood, California. Situated at 10500 South Yukon Avenue, the school serves students from ninth to twelfth grade with an enrollment of 483 students and a student-teacher ratio of 15.1:1, offering a relatively personalized learning environment. The school has 32 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to its diverse student body.

Morningside High’s academic performance is currently rated at the 30th percentile among California schools, with room for improvement in both ELA/Reading and Math proficiency levels, where only 30% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and just 7% in Math. The school continues to focus on student development and academic growth. Located in a large suburban area, Morningside High is embedded within a vibrant community that supports its educational efforts despite the challenges it faces in test scores.

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Morningside High are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.3 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics3.6Fair25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.1%
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.7%
Math vs. State Avg-20.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.2 pts
Overall Proficiency16%
Expected (poverty-adj.)25%
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation19.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,515

Morningside High — Students at Morningside High score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 7.3%
School
State
31.8%
ELA Proficiency 30.1%
School
State
51.5%

Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
7.1%
ELA
25.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Morningside High Compares

See how Morningside High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in CA
Academic
3.6/10
3.6/10
Growth
7.6/10
Above average
Environment
9.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers

Location

10500 South Yukon Ave., Inglewood, CA 90303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Morningside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Animo Leadership High (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Animo Inglewood Charter High (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lennox Mathematics Science and Technology Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lennox), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Inglewood, see our Inglewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodworth-Monroe TK-8 Academy Inglewood 0.2 mi 4.9
Worthington TK-6 Elementary Inglewood 0.4 mi 3.8
Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood Inglewood 0.7 mi 8.1
Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood 0.9 mi 4.9
Century Park Elementary Inglewood 0.8 mi 9.2
Dolores Huerta Elementary Lennox 0.8 mi 4.9
Animo City of Champions Charter High Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.8
HAWTHORNE ACADEMY Hawthorne 0.9 mi 6.5
Animo Leadership High Los Angeles 1.0 mi 8.7
Moffett Elementary Lennox 1.0 mi 5.6
ST EUGENE SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.1 mi 4.3
St. Eugene Los Angeles 1.1 mi
York Hawthorne 1.2 mi 6.7
Lennox Mathematics Science and Technology Academy Lennox 1.2 mi 7.1
Animo Inglewood Charter High Los Angeles 1.4 mi 8.7
Cimarron Avenue Elementary Hawthorne 1.3 mi 8.8
CHILDRENS ENRICHMENT CENTER DE MONTESSORI Inglewood 1.4 mi
Kelso (William H.) Elementary Inglewood 1.4 mi 3.9
Dolores T Richardson School Inglewood 1.6 mi
A Bright Beginning Inglewood 1.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,853

Median Home Value

$764,200

Median Rent

$1,709/mo

Population

23,169

College Educated

17.7%

Homeownership

39.9%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

34.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Morningside High has a median household income of $70,853. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $764,200, with a median rent of $1,709/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.4%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy Oakland, CA 6.1
CBK Charter Riverside, CA 6.1
Cambridge Continuation High Fresno, CA 6.1
Foothill High San Jose, CA 6.1
Le Grand High Le Grand, CA 6.1
Lee V. Pollard High Corona, CA 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Morningside High

What grades does Morningside High serve?

Morningside High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Morningside High?

Morningside High has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Morningside High?

The student-teacher ratio at Morningside High is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Morningside High rank in CA?

Morningside High is ranked #5293 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Morningside High's MySchoolScout rating?

Morningside High has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Morningside High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Morningside High has 7.3% math proficiency and 30.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Morningside High a charter school?

No, Morningside High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Morningside High a Title I school?

No, Morningside High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morningside High?

87.0% of students at Morningside High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (4,315/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Inglewood). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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