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#469 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 26% in state

Morris

Elementary School · Lenox

129 West Street, Lenox, MA 01240

Enrollment

337

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#469 of 1,793

In Lenox

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Lenox

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Morris

7.5/10

Elementary School in Lenox · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Berkshire Country Day School

6.4/10

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7.7/10

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About Morris

Morris is a public elementary school in Lenox, MA, part of Lenox. Morris serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Morris has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #469 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Morris show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+25.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.4 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+16.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,496
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Morris — Students at Morris score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
73.3%
2019
Math
71.8%
ELA
69.8%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
65.3%
2022
Math
60.5%
ELA
62%
2023
Math
68%
ELA
62.7%
2024
Math
70%
ELA
53.3%
2025
Math
67.3%
ELA
60%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Morris Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in MA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

Location

129 West Street, Lenox, MA 01240

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Morris may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Egremont (rated 8.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Pittsfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Stearns (rated 7.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Pittsfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Richmond Consolidated (rated 7.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Richmond), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lenox, see our Lenox schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.5 mi
School Distance Rating
BERKSHIRE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Stockbridge 1.7 mi 6.4
Lenox Memorial High Lenox 1.9 mi 7.7
HILLCREST EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Lenox 2.8 mi 6.5
HIGH POINT SCHOOL Lenox 2.8 mi 7.3
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE BERKSHIRES Lenox Dale 2.8 mi 6.6
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Lee 4.3 mi 4.8
BERKSHIRE WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL Stockbridge 4.9 mi 5.8
Richmond Consolidated Richmond 4.0 mi 7.1
Lee Middle/High School Lee 4.5 mi 6.2
Lee Elementary Lee 4.6 mi 5.6
Stearns Pittsfield 5.6 mi 7.8
Theodore Herberg Middle Pittsfield 6.1 mi 6.9
Crosby Pittsfield 6.6 mi 6.4
Crosby Educational Academy Pittsfield 6.6 mi
Pittsfield High Pittsfield 6.8 mi 7.3
Silvio O Conte Community Pittsfield 7.1 mi 3.4
Egremont Pittsfield 6.6 mi 8.0
Eagle Education Academy Pittsfield 7.0 mi 5.0
Taconic High Pittsfield 7.3 mi 5.8
Monument Mt Regional High Great Barrington 7.5 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,745

Median Home Value

$480,800

Median Rent

$1,060/mo

Population

5,024

College Educated

51.6%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

56.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont, MA 7.5
Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem, MA 7.5
Deerfield Elementary South Deerfield, MA 7.5
Dolbeare Wakefield, MA 7.5
Elias Brookings Springfield, MA 7.5
FAYERWEATHER STREET SCHOOL Cambridge, MA 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Morris

What grades does Morris serve?

Morris serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Morris?

Morris has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Morris?

The student-teacher ratio at Morris is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Morris rank in MA?

Morris ranks #469 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Morris's MySchoolScout rating?

Morris has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Morris?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Morris has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Morris a charter school?

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

Is Morris a Title I school?

No, Morris is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Berkshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

District

Lenox
District Enrollment
783
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,496
District Rank
#2 of 2

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