Serving 615 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, L B Morris Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: L B Morris El Sch serves the southwest part of Jim Thorpe, PA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 53.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the nearest edge of the zone, and the furthest edge located about 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
L B Morris Elementary School's student population of 615 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Home of the Olympians
School Rankings
L B Morris Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L B Morris Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1714 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L B Morris Elementary School's ranking?
L B Morris Elementary School is ranked #1714 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are L B Morris Elementary School often compared to?
L B Morris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Panther Valley Jr. Sr. High School, Panther Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend L B Morris Elementary School?
615 students attend L B Morris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of L B Morris Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L B Morris Elementary School?
L B Morris Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does L B Morris Elementary School offer ?
L B Morris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is L B Morris Elementary School part of?
L B Morris Elementary School is part of Jim Thorpe Area School District.
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