Morton Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Morton Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
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The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students (19-20)
9 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)n/a
26%
Black
(19-20)33%
17%
White
(19-20)56%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)11%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
67%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Morton Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Grundy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Morton Academy?
9 students attend Morton Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Morton Academy students are White, 33% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Morton Academy offer ?
Morton Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Morton Academy part of?
Morton Academy is part of Morton CUSD 709 School District.
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