MORSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Morse Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Blue Valley school district, located in Overland Park, KS with about 384 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 28 teachers, Morse Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Morse Elementary School, located in the prestigious Blue Valley School District in Overland Park, Kansas, is a highly regarded public institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school prides itself on fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative learning environment. As part of the Blue Valley district—which is consistently ranked among the top school systems in Kansas—Morse Elementary benefits from rigorous curriculum standards, state-of-the-art resources, and a strong emphasis on preparing students for success in middle school and beyond.
Beyond its academic achievements, Morse Elementary is recognized for its vibrant community atmosphere and active parent involvement. The school focuses on the "whole child" approach, integrating character education, social-emotional learning, and a variety of extracurricular opportunities into the daily experience. By prioritizing strong teacher-student relationships and maintaining high expectations, Morse Elementary creates a nurturing setting where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and contribute positively to their school community.
For more information, contact Morse Elementary at (913) 239-6800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Overland Park, KS 66221-2369
(913) 239-6800
MORSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Overland Park, KS with about 384 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Kansas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Blue Valley
- Total Students:
- 384
- Teachers:
- 28.4
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 384 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MORSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.
- White
- 74.5%
- Asian
- 12.2%
- Two or more races
- 4.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.7%
- Black or African American
- 3.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Female
- 47.1%
- Male
- 52.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.