Morse Elementary School

15201 Monrovia St.
Overland Park, KS 66221
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morse Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 356 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 5% in KS
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Morse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

School Overview

Morse Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Morse Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morse Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KS)
#19 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
70-74%
31%
65-69%
32%
80-84%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.41
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morse Elementary School's ranking?
Morse Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Morse Elementary School often compared to?
Morse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Elementary School, Timber Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Morse Elementary School?
356 students attend Morse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Morse Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morse Elementary School?
Morse Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morse Elementary School offer ?
Morse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morse Elementary School part of?
Morse Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Morse Elementary School located?
Morse Elementary School is located in the Morse Village neighborhood of Overland Park, KS.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 356 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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