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#253 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 14% in state

Morgan County Career and Technical Center

High School · Morgan County

132 Flat Fork RD, Wartburg, TN 37887

Enrollment

33

Student-Teacher

2.8:1

Score

8.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#253 of 1,786

In Wartburg

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Morgan County

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Morgan County Career and Technical Center

8.2/10

High School in Wartburg · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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6.4/10

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About Morgan County Career and Technical Center

Morgan County Career and Technical Center is a public high school in Wartburg, TN, part of Morgan County. Morgan County Career and Technical Center serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 2.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Morgan County Career and Technical Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #253 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Morgan County Career and Technical Center show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2012 EdFacts).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.1
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 33 students, Morgan County Career and Technical Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Morgan County Career and Technical Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 2.8:1 students to teachers, Morgan County Career and Technical Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+19.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2012
TrendImproving
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2010 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2012 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2012 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2012 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness9.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio2.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,432

Morgan County Career and Technical Center — Students at Morgan County Career and Technical Center score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN EDFACTS (2011-12)

Math Proficiency 14.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2010)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.5% (2012 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 3 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
5%
2010
Math
24.5%
2012
ELA
24.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.

How Morgan County Career and Technical Center Compares

See how Morgan County Career and Technical Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in TN
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Location

132 Flat Fork RD, Wartburg, TN 37887

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Morgan County Career and Technical Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Oliver Springs High School (rated 6.4/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Oliver Springs), a more accessible option. Another option is Roane County High School (rated 5.6/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Kingston), a more accessible option. Additionally, Midtown Educational Center (rated 5.1/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Harriman), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wartburg, see our Wartburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Central Middle School Wartburg 0.8 mi 4.3
Central Elementary Wartburg 1.3 mi 6.4
Central High School Wartburg 1.9 mi 4.1
Petros Joyner Elementary Oliver Springs 5.8 mi 4.7
Oakdale School Oakdale 8.2 mi 6.4
REDEMPTION BAPTIST ACADEMY Lancing 8.8 mi
Coalfield School Coalfield 8.8 mi 6.9
Harriman High School Harriman 11.1 mi 4.2
Harriman Middle School Harriman 11.2 mi 6.4
MOUNT PISGAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oliver Springs 10.8 mi 6.7
Bowers Elementary Harriman 12.7 mi 7.7
Sunbright School Sunbright 13.1 mi 5.9
Oliver Springs Middle Oliver Springs 12.2 mi 7.4
Oliver Springs High School Oliver Springs 12.2 mi 6.4
Midtown Elementary Harriman 15.2 mi 7.8
SAILAWAY LEARNING & ACADEMY Kingston 15.3 mi 2.9
Dyllis Springs Elementary Oliver Springs 13.0 mi 8.8
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Kingston 15.4 mi 5.5
Roane County High School Kingston 15.6 mi 5.6
Midtown Educational Center Harriman 15.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37887 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,375

Median Home Value

$149,100

Median Rent

$682/mo

Population

6,652

College Educated

8.4%

Homeownership

77.8%

Poverty Rate

23.7%

Median Age

42.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
The Academy at Opry Mills Nashville, TN 7.9
The Academy at Old Cockrill Nashville, TN 7.6
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN 7.4
HERITAGE ACADEMY Monterey, TN 7.0
MEMPHIS RECOVERY CENTER Memphis, TN 6.8
ARCH ACADEMY Kingston Springs, TN

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Morgan County Career and Technical Center

What grades does Morgan County Career and Technical Center serve?

Morgan County Career and Technical Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Morgan County Career and Technical Center?

Morgan County Career and Technical Center has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Morgan County Career and Technical Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Morgan County Career and Technical Center is 2.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Morgan County Career and Technical Center rank in TN?

Morgan County Career and Technical Center ranks #253 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Morgan County Career and Technical Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Morgan County Career and Technical Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Morgan County Career and Technical Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Morgan County Career and Technical Center has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2012 EdFacts).

Is Morgan County Career and Technical Center a charter school?

No, Morgan County Career and Technical Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Morgan County Career and Technical Center a Title I school?

No, Morgan County Career and Technical Center is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
vocational
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Morgan County
4-Year Graduation
80%+

District

Morgan County
District Enrollment
2,831
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,432
District Rank
#1 of 8

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