Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morse Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Morse Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morse Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morse Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1338 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
34%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse Elementary School's ranking?
Morse Elementary School is ranked #1338 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Morse Elementary School often compared to?
Morse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wattles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Morse Elementary School?
419 students attend Morse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Morse Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morse Elementary School?
Morse Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morse Elementary School offer ?
Morse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Morse Elementary School part of?
Morse Elementary School is part of Troy School District.
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