Morton’s Top Schools

 

  • Your first step is to narrow down your search by school district ranking. Its rating system includes common indicators of higher- versus lower-ranking schools such as college enrollment rates, academic rigor, and support for low-income. You may also wish to broaden your criteria with other metrics such as class and district size, recess time, and even the quality of the local pre-kindergarten schools in your desired areas. And of course, nothing beats an onsite visit for a real gut-check to determine what’s best for your child.

  • It may come as a surprise that property taxes in schools with high rankings aren't always greater. Property taxes are levied in most states, although how much varies considerably from state to state and even county to county. Local government funding is primarily derived from tax revenue, however the manner in which it is apportioned (whether for services or school districts)

    Large businesses and highly-valued properties share the burden of educating children over a wide tax base in metropolitan areas. In contrast, school costs may be higher in more rural or outlying suburban regions with fewer corporate taxpayers

 
 

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Pre-Schools

 
 

Cadence Academy

Welcome to Cadence Academy Preschool! We believe in making the most out of your child’s first educational experiences and have created a homelike preschool environment where children develop valuable skills through play and engaging educational activities. We offer daycare services for infants and toddlers, preschool programs for ages 2-5, and before & after school care and summer camp for school age children.

Website: Cadence Academy

Phone: (309) 263-2062

Pumpkin Place

Our preschool program pairs well with the education framework of the Morton area Kindergarten program. Working alongside local educators, Pumpkin Place has developed a curriculum that perfectly complements your child’s classroom experience, reinforcing federal common core standards that guide public education nationwide.

Website: Pumpkin Place

Phone: (309) 263-8222

Reading, Writing, & Romping Preschool

Reading, Rhyming and Romping is a unique preschool program focusing on the crucial reading readiness skills needed for a successful school experience.

Website: Reading, Writing, & Romping Preschool

Phone: (309) 266-6077

Blue Jay’s Learning Center

Our Family and Veteran-owned center strives each day to guarantee quality care and education for your child. We ensure a secure, nurturing environment that assists your child as they grow socially, physically, and cognitively- giving you comfort throughout the day. Our brand new, state of the art early education center will provide devoted child care and education to children six weeks old through twelve years. Dedicated teachers help guide your child to reach their fullest potential in a safe, active, and educational environment.

Website: Blue Jay's Learning Center

Phone: (309) 608-0101

Elementary Schools

 

Ward Grundy Elementary School (K-6)

Ward Grundy Elementary School is one of four K-6 elementary schools in the Morton Unit School District #709 in Morton, Illinois.  Grundy is a 2-section building that currently houses 375 students, 30 certified staff members, and 30 non-certified staff members.  Grundy is well known in Morton for educational excellence, active parent involvement, community service, and school spirit.

Website: Ward Grundy Elementary School

Phone: (309) 263-1421

Jefferson Elementary School (K-6)

Built in 1928, Jefferson Elementary School is now a K-6, two-story building with a three-sided balcony overlooking a wood-floored gym and stage. Several additions over the years have made Jefferson a school with history and character. A separate computer lab, cafeteria, and gym are available for our fine instructional programs throughout the day and various community groups utilize our facilities in the evenings. Our caring staff offers programs which meet diverse student needs.  Jefferson offers a sense of community with exceptional support and a team approach. Our dedicated parent organization, PTO, meets monthly and is very involved with raising funds and coordinating activities, such as our carnival and Laugh Olympics.

Website: Jefferson Elementary School

Phone: (309) 263-2650

Lettie Brown Elementary School (K-6)

Lettie Brown Elementary is one of the four elementary schools within Morton CUSD 709. Lettie Brown currently has two sections each of early childhood education through sixth grade, with 349 students, 26 certified staff members, and 28 non-certified staff members. Lettie Brown is well-known for educational excellence, active parent involvement, community service, and school spirit.

Website: Lettie Brown Elementary School

Phone: (309) 266-5609

Lincoln Elementary School (K-6)

Lincoln Elementary School is one of four elementary schools in Morton CUSD 709 in Morton, Illinois. Lincoln Elementary School has grades kindergarten through sixth grade with three sections per grade level totaling 500 students. Our instructional programs include: regular education, special education including the primary, middle and intermediate instructional programs, speech and language, reading support, music education, band (Grade 6), orchestra (Grade 6), chorus (Grades 5-6), physical education, library, computer lab, and challenge education (Grades 3-6). The current faculty includes: 21 regular education classrooms, 6 special education classrooms, 2 support service classrooms, library, computer lab, music room, gymnasium, cafeteria, kitchen, and administrative offices. Lincoln has an active Parent/Teacher Organization and a strong volunteer program that provides many activities and events for the Lincoln students and their families. We are very proud of our school, and we invite you to browse our website and learn about us

Website: Lincoln Elementary School

Phone: (309) 266-6989

Middle Schools

 

Morton Junior High School (7-8)

Morton Junior High is a seventh and eighth grade junior high by name, but a middle school by philosophy. Seventh graders are divided into two teams (green and white) and are assigned a core-teaching group consisting of a science teacher, two language arts teachers, a math teacher, and a social studies teacher. Eighth graders are divided up the same way (red and gray teams) and are assigned a similar core of teachers. Each student then is assigned to two exploratory classes they have for a nine-week time period. Every student has daily physical education. Students may also choose to participate in band, orchestra, or vocal music. A wide variety of extra-curricular activities, clubs, and organizations are offered. One benefit of teaming is for a group of teachers to get to know the same small number of students. This allows teachers to meet collectively and proactively collaborate in instructional planning. It also allows teachers to react quickly to student needs. Each team of teachers have daily common planning time available to meet with parents. Some of our favorite traditions include our staff Halloween competition and assembly, community pep rallies following state tournament appearances, dodgeball tournament benefitting the Gameball Run, Grandparents’ Day, and step-up days. We also host two successful community events, the Halloween Spooktacular and Girls Night Out cheer and dance clinic.

Website: Morton Junior High School

Phone: (309) 266-6522

High Schools

 

Morton High School

Morton High School is a four-year comprehensive secondary school, currently serving approximately 1,000 students. Our faculty includes nearly 70 teachers, the majority of whom have attained master's degrees. Morton High's extensive curriculum offers over 125 courses, including college preparatory, general education, as well as technology preparation courses. Additionally, MHS offers a full inclusion program for those students with special needs. The Potters, the school's nickname, symbolizes the fact that Morton housed the largest kiln pottery industry west of New York City until the late 1960s. The various Morton Potters extracurricular teams have represented MHS well, as students participate in art, business, industrial technology, and speech activities. The school's athletic, music, and extra-curricular academic teams have achieved outstanding records, augmenting Morton High's reputation for strong academic, music, and athletic programs.

Website: Morton High School

Phone: (309) 266-7182