Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chester W. Morrison Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School's student population of 526 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester W. Morrison Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3389 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester W. Morrison Elementary School's ranking?
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School is ranked #3389 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chester W. Morrison Elementary School often compared to?
Chester W. Morrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evans Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chester W. Morrison Elementary School?
526 students attend Chester W. Morrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Chester W. Morrison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester W. Morrison Elementary School?
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chester W. Morrison Elementary School offer ?
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chester W. Morrison Elementary School part of?
Chester W. Morrison Elementary School is part of Menifee Union School District.
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