The top reported proficiency rate is 56% in English language arts. The lowest is 44% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Morgan School
Morgan School serves students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade in Kaysville, a primarily residential city in Davis County that sits between Salt Lake City and Ogden. The school is part of Davis District, one of Utah’s largest school systems, and operates as a neighborhood elementary school in a community that describes itself as family-oriented and steeped in traditional values.
Academically, the school’s performance on state assessments places it in a solid position. Across tested subjects, the share of students meeting or exceeding state standards sits above the midpoint relative to districts in Davis County. In the most recent testing cycle, just under half of students reached proficiency in math, while a little more than half did so in English language arts, and a similar proportion achieved proficiency in science. These results suggest a school where the majority of students are performing at or near grade-level expectations, with reading and science showing somewhat stronger outcomes than math. Because the school only goes through sixth grade, there is no graduation rate to report, and no data on chronic absenteeism was available in the records reviewed.
The student body is relatively homogeneous, with a large majority of students identified as white. Hispanic students make up a modest share, and very small numbers of students represent other racial and ethnic groups. A small proportion of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating an economically well-off population overall. Information on the number of students with disabilities or those identified as English learners was not provided, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about supports for these groups.
Enrollment is moderate for an elementary school, with roughly six hundred students across the grades. Class sizes appear typical for the district, though specific staffing ratios were not part of the available data. The school does not have a charter or magnet designation and is a traditional public school.
Kaysville’s housing market reflects the area’s desirability. Home values are elevated relative to both state and national benchmarks, and rents follow a similar pattern. Buying a home requires a significant share of household income, making the area less accessible for lower-income families. The rental market also commands a noticeable portion of typical earnings. The city has seen steady population growth, and the housing supply is tight, with very few vacancies, which reinforces the competitive nature of the market.
The surrounding community offers several anchors. A historic Main Street provides a commercial and civic core, and the city maintains a substantial park system and the Utah Botanical Center, which also serves as an extension location for Utah State University. The Davis Technical College is in Kaysville, adding vocational and continuing education options. Major transportation corridors, including I-15 and commuter rail, give residents access to the broader Wasatch Front job market. Hill Air Force Base is nearby and influences the local economy.
Parents considering Morgan School may want to explore how the school’s academic profile fits their child’s needs. The proficiency data suggests a school where most students are on track, but the missing details on special education and English learner populations mean that families with children who may need extra support should reach out to the school for more information. Similarly, no information was available on course access or enrichment programs, though elementary schools in the district typically offer core subjects with some specialists.
At the district level, Davis District recently opened a new high school in Farmington, which shifted attendance boundaries for some Kaysville neighborhoods. The district also expanded free full-day kindergarten in the 2023-24 school year, giving families in the area an additional early childhood option. These changes are worth noting for families with younger children or those planning ahead for middle and high school years.
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