Excellent
#99 of 967 schools in NE
Top 10% in state
Morton Elementary School
Elementary School · LEXINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
505 S LINCOLN PO BOX 820, Lexington, NE 68850
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#99 of 967
In Lexington
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
LEXINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Morton Elementary School
Morton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lexington, NE, part of LEXINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Morton Elementary School serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Morton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Morton Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- NE avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Morton Elementary School — Students at Morton Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2013-14)
Based on 12 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Morton Elementary School Compares
See how Morton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
505 S LINCOLN PO BOX 820, Lexington, NE 68850
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ELWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Elwood), a more accessible option. Additionally, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT SUMNER (rated 7.2/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Sumner), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Lexington | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| LEXINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lexington | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| PERSHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Lexington | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SANDOZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| OVERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Overton | 11.0 mi | 5.5 |
| OVERTON HIGH SCHOOL Overton | 11.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ELWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elwood | 14.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ELWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Elwood | 14.2 mi | 7.0 |
| COZAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cozad | 14.0 mi | 5.5 |
| COZAD HIGH SCHOOL Cozad | 14.2 mi | 6.6 |
| COZAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Cozad | 14.3 mi | 6.1 |
| COZAD EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Cozad | 14.5 mi | 3.4 |
| BERTRAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bertrand | 18.3 mi | 4.9 |
| BERTRAND HIGH SCHOOL Bertrand | 18.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT SUMNER Sumner | 17.4 mi | 7.2 |
| JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH AT SUMNER Sumner | 17.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT EUSTIS Eustis | 16.5 mi | 3.9 |
| EUSTIS-FARNAM HIGH SCHOOL Eustis | 16.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,269
Median Home Value
$156,700
Median Rent
$911/mo
Population
12,394
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
16.3 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
31.3
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|---|---|
| CENTURA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cairo, NE | 8.5 |
| OAKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 8.5 |
| OAKLAND CRAIG ELEMENTARY Oakland, NE | 8.5 |
| TRI COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dewitt, NE | 8.5 |
| VALENTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valentine, NE | 8.5 |
| WESTMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morton Elementary School
What grades does Morton Elementary School serve?
Morton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Morton Elementary School?
Morton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Morton Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morton Elementary School rank in NE?
Morton Elementary School ranks #99 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Morton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Morton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Morton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Morton Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
Is Morton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Morton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Morton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morton Elementary School?
86.2% of students at Morton Elementary School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Dawson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.5%
- Phone
- (308) 324-3764
Resources & Links
District
LEXINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 3,229
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,074
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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