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#3549 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 42% in state
Morningside EL
Elementary School · LEWISVILLE ISD
6350 PAIGE RD, The Colony, TX 75056
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In The Colony
#3 of 9
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#1,759 of 4,678
In district
#38 of 61
LEWISVILLE ISD
School environment
8.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Morningside EL
Morningside Elementary serves 349 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in The Colony, Texas. This regular public school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.6 to 1 with 30 full-time equivalent teachers on staff, creating opportunities for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school has earned recognition for its academic performance, ranking #875 out of 8,598 elementary schools statewide and placing in the 90th percentile among Texas schools.
MySchoolScout rates Morningside Elementary 7.3 out of 10, reflecting solid educational quality within the district. Students come from families in a well-established community where 53% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $111,589. The surrounding neighborhood maintains stability with a median home value of $386,400 and a low poverty rate of 7.3%, factors that often support student achievement and family engagement in education.
Located on Paige Road in Denton County, Morningside Elementary sits in The Colony's large suburban setting, part of a growing community of over 65,000 residents in the 75056 ZIP code area. The school benefits from being positioned in this thriving suburban environment that balances residential comfort with educational opportunity.
Score Breakdown
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Morningside EL — Students at Morningside EL score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.5/10.
How Morningside EL Compares
See how Morningside EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 47% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 47% (2021).
Location
6350 PAIGE RD, The Colony, TX 75056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morningside EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STARWOOD ACADEMY OF FRISCO (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Frisco), which scores notably higher. Another option is B B OWEN EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOM HICKS EL (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Frisco), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in The Colony, see our The Colony schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PETERS COLONY EL The Colony | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| GRIFFIN MIDDLE The Colony | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| B B OWEN EL The Colony | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| CAMEY EL The Colony | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| THE COLONY H S The Colony | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| LAKESIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY LLC The Colony | 1.4 mi | — |
| LAKEVIEW MIDDLE The Colony | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| STARWOOD ACADEMY OF FRISCO Frisco | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| HOSP EL Frisco | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| TOM HICKS EL Frisco | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| STEM ACADEMY AT MEMORIAL EL Carrollton | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ETHRIDGE EL The Colony | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF LAKEHILL Frisco | 2.3 mi | — |
| BLEDSOE EL Frisco | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI TIMBER RIDGE Frisco | 2.7 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE OF FRISCO WEST Frisco | 2.7 mi | — |
| PEARSON MIDDLE Frisco | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| REEDY H S Frisco | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| LOWELL H STRIKE MIDDLE Little Elm | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| PATHWAY CHRISTIAN PREP ACADEMY Frisco | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,806
Median Home Value
$414,600
Median Rent
$1,808/mo
Population
67,978
College Educated
53.5%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
36.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Morningside EL has a median household income of $116,806. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $414,600, with a median rent of $1,808/month. The local poverty rate of 7.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 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 |
|---|---|
| ALDRIDGE EL Richardson, TX | 6.7 |
| AMANDA ROCHELL EL Rockwall, TX | 6.7 |
| ARTHUR KRAMER EL Dallas, TX | 6.7 |
| ATWOOD MCDONALD EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.7 |
| BELMAR EL Amarillo, TX | 6.7 |
| BIVINS EL Amarillo, TX | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morningside EL
What grades does Morningside EL serve?
Morningside EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Morningside EL?
Morningside EL has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morningside EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Morningside EL 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 Morningside EL rank in TX?
Morningside EL is ranked #3549 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Morningside EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Morningside EL has a composite rating of 6.7 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 EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Morningside EL has 52.0% math proficiency and 54.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Morningside EL a charter school?
No, Morningside EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morningside EL a Title I school?
No, Morningside EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morningside EL?
37.8% of students at Morningside EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,569/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (The Colony). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 349
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Denton County
- Phone
- (469) 713-5970
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LEWISVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 48,440
- Schools in District
- 62
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,299
- District Rank
- #38 of 61
Other Schools in This District
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