C- Top 83%

Morton Middle School

Grades 06-08 FALL RIVER, MA

Moved up 44 places from 2024 to 2025

#294 State Rank
C- District Grade
1135 North Main Street, FALL RIVER, MA 02720
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Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
672 Students
93.2% Attendance Rate
32.2 Composite Score

MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

CIV

16% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

22.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2.3% exceeding expectations

2023 23.3% 23.3%
2024 18.7% 18.7%
2025 22.3% 22.3%

Mathematics

15.7% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1.5% exceeding expectations

2023 12.7% 12.7%
2024 14.3% 14.3%
2025 15.7% 15.7%

Science

11% Meeting or exceeding expectations
2023 15% 15%
2024 12% 12%
2025 11% 11%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 16%1%
2025English Language Arts06 22%2%
2025English Language Arts07 21%1%
2025English Language Arts08 24%4%
2025Mathematics06 21%1%
2025Mathematics07 13%—
2025Mathematics08 13%2%
2025Science08 11%—
2024English Language Arts06 14%2%
2024English Language Arts07 21%3%
2024English Language Arts08 21%3%
2024Mathematics06 20%1%
2024Mathematics07 10%2%
2024Mathematics08 13%1%
2024Science08 12%—
2023English Language Arts06 24%3%
2023English Language Arts07 21%2%
2023English Language Arts08 25%3%
2023Mathematics06 15%2%
2023Mathematics07 11%—
2023Mathematics08 12%1%
2023Science08 15%—

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

672 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 41.7%
Hispanic 30.7%
Black 15.8%
Multiracial 8.9%
Asian 2.7%

Gender

50.9% Male
49.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 14.1%
Special Education 28.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch 70.1%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.2% Attendance Rate
23.5% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

1135 North Main Street, FALL RIVER, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morton Middle School's grade rating?

Morton Middle School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #294 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 83% of Massachusetts Middle schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Morton Middle School?

Approximately 672 students are enrolled at Morton Middle School.

How does Morton Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Morton Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (16% proficient), English Language Arts (22% proficient), Mathematics (16% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Morton Middle School?

Morton Middle School has an attendance rate of 93.2%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Morton Middle School part of?

Morton Middle School is part of Fall River School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.