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Morgan Elementary School Pre-k
Gold Hill, NC
· Rowan County
3860 LIBERTY ROAD,
Gold Hill, NC 28071
Quick Facts
Capacity
36 children
Age Range
3 through 5
Transportation
Yes
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
5
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Contact Information
📞 (704) 636-0169
Licensed Five Star Center License
Active License
License Number
80000270
License Holder
ROWAN-SALISBURY SCHOOL SYSTEM
License Issued
Apr 24, 2026
Issued By
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
District Office
North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services - Division of Child Development
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About the Provider
Morgan Elementary School serves 354 students in grades PK through 5th. The school is located in the eastern part of Rowan County and borders the North Rowan Elementary District, the Granite Quarry Elementary District, the Rockwell Elementary District, and Stanly County on the east. It is predominantly a rural area located approximately six miles from Rockwell.
Students leaving the fifth grade at Morgan Elementary School feed into Erwin Middle School for grades six through eight. Grades nine through twelve are completed at East Rowan High School.
Morgan Elementary has been the focal point of the community since the 1800’s. Its historical setting provides many opportunities to study the rich history and heritage of early North Carolina. The students and staff benefit from strong community support as evidenced by an active P.T.A. and volunteers. School programs are very well attended by parents and supportive community members.
Morgan Elementary’s student population consist of 95.4% white, 1.8% African American, 1.1% Hispanic, 1.1% Asian and 0.6% other. Thirty-four percent of students participate in free and reduced lunch. Students come from primarily middle-income households where parent education levels vary.
Morgan Elementary school has been recognized as a school of excellence and has met AYP goals for the past two years. Morgan was also recognized as a “School of Distinction” for the 2001-2002 school year. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges.
Students leaving the fifth grade at Morgan Elementary School feed into Erwin Middle School for grades six through eight. Grades nine through twelve are completed at East Rowan High School.
Morgan Elementary has been the focal point of the community since the 1800’s. Its historical setting provides many opportunities to study the rich history and heritage of early North Carolina. The students and staff benefit from strong community support as evidenced by an active P.T.A. and volunteers. School programs are very well attended by parents and supportive community members.
Morgan Elementary’s student population consist of 95.4% white, 1.8% African American, 1.1% Hispanic, 1.1% Asian and 0.6% other. Thirty-four percent of students participate in free and reduced lunch. Students come from primarily middle-income households where parent education levels vary.
Morgan Elementary school has been recognized as a school of excellence and has met AYP goals for the past two years. Morgan was also recognized as a “School of Distinction” for the 2001-2002 school year. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges.
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Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Violations | Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-05 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2026-03-05 | Violation | 106 | 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) |
| Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was conducted on 2/14/2025. | |||
| 2026-03-05 | Violation | 1811 | .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) |
| Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last lockdown drill was completed on 9/9/2025. | |||
| 2025-09-30 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2025-09-30 | Violation | 1041 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) |
| Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One staff member covering the NC Pre-K classroom did not have a Criminal Background Check completed. | |||
| 2025-09-30 | Violation | 1805 | G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) |
| A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The Division was not notified within five business days of a new staff member hired on 8/1/2024. | |||
| 2025-03-26 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2025-03-26 | Violation | 805 | .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) |
| Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not conducted in December 2024. | |||
| 2025-03-26 | Violation | 1041 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) |
| Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Two staff members covering the NC Pre-K classroom did not have a Criminal Background Check completed. | |||
| 2025-03-26 | Violation | 1757 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) |
| A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Two staff members covering the NC Pre-K classroom did not have a Criminal Background Check completed and on file. | |||
| 2025-03-26 | Violation | 1811 | .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) |
| Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. A shelter-in-place or lockdown drill has not been completed in the 2024-2025 school year. | |||
| 2024-10-08 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2024-05-02 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-05-02 | Violation | 805 | .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) |
| Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not conducted in December 2023. | |||
| 2023-11-01 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
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