School Overview
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.
346
Total Students
26.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
11.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Morse Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White258
Hispanic13
Black9
Asian45
Two or More19
American Indian2
  • White
    258 (74.6 %)
  • Asian
    45 (13.0 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (5.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    13 (3.8 %)
  • Black
    9 (2.6 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Blue Valley
Phone: (913)239-6800
Website: http://www.bluevalleyk12.org/mor
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 346
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 33
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 48
Grade 1 56
Grade 2 62
Grade 3 60
Grade 4 71
Grade 5 49

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Morse Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten48
Grade 156
Grade 262
Grade 360
Grade 471
Grade 549
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Morse Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17149.4%
Male17550.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)