Needs Improvement
#8282 of 8,552 schools in TX
Morningside Middle
Middle School · FORT WORTH ISD
2751 MISSISSIPPI AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,282 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#217 of 235
public schools
In district
#115 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
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About Morningside Middle
Morningside Middle is a public middle school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Morningside Middle serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Morningside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,282 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Morningside Middle show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Morningside Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Morningside Middle — Students at Morningside Middle score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.0/10.
How Morningside Middle Compares
See how Morningside Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2751 MISSISSIPPI AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morningside Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. UPLIFT MIGHTY MIDDLE (rated 4.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DAGGETT MIDDLE (rated 4.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EDWARD BRISCOE EL Fort Worth | 0.3 mi | 2.7 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL Fort Worth | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CARROLL PEAK EL Fort Worth | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| WORTH HEIGHTS EL Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| DAGGETT MONTESSORI Ft. Worth | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| DAGGETT EL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| CRISTO REY FORT WORTH COLLEGE PREP Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| MITCHELL BOULEVARD EL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CASSATA HIGH SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| TRINITY BASIN PREPARATORY Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| DAGGETT MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| VAN ZANDT-GUINN EL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| UPLIFT MERIDIAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| DE ZAVALA EL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| GEORGE CLARKE EL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MOSAIC ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| CARTER PARK EL Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| UPLIFT MIGHTY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| UPLIFT MIGHTY MIDDLE Dallas | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| UPLIFT MIGHTY H S Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,848
Median Home Value
$145,000
Median Rent
$1,385/mo
Population
20,694
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
38.3%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
30.2%
Median Age
31.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HAMSHIRE-FANNETT MIDDLE Beaumont, TX | 3.0 |
| THOMAS MIDDLE Houston, TX | 3.0 |
| BRENTWOOD MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 3.1 |
| CLIFTON MIDDLE Houston, TX | 3.1 |
| IDEA SOUTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth, TX | 2.9 |
| ILTEXAS ARLINGTON MIDDLE Arlington, TX | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morningside Middle
What grades does Morningside Middle serve?
Morningside Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Morningside Middle?
Morningside Middle has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morningside Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Morningside Middle is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morningside Middle rank in TX?
Morningside Middle ranks #8,282 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Morningside Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Morningside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Morningside Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Morningside Middle has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Morningside Middle a charter school?
No, Morningside Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morningside Middle a Title I school?
No, Morningside Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morningside Middle?
94.9% of students at Morningside Middle 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.8%
- Phone
- (817) 815-8300
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #115 of 131
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