Morse Elementary School

morse.troy.k12.mi.us

405 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Morse Elementary School, located at 475 Cherry Drive in Troy, Michigan, is a prominent institution within the Troy School District. Serving students in the local community, the school is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and a supportive learning environment. As part of a district that consistently ranks among the top in Michigan, Morse Elementary emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to build strong foundations in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while also fostering the social and emotional development of its student body.

Beyond academics, the school cultivates a collaborative culture that encourages active involvement from parents, teachers, and the broader Troy community. The school’s programming often incorporates modern educational practices and technology integration to prepare students for future success. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and student-centered learning, Morse Elementary aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that inspires curiosity and promotes long-term academic and personal growth for every student who walks through its doors.

405

Total Students

28.9

Full-Time Teachers

14.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

36.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Morse Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	144
Hispanic	47
Black	45
Asian	150
Two or More	17
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

Asian
150 (37.0 %)
White
144 (35.6 %)
Hispanic
47 (11.6 %)
Black
45 (11.1 %)
Two or More
17 (4.2 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

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:	Troy School District
Phone:	(248)823-3200
Website:	http://morse.troy.k12.mi.us
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	405
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	134
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	12

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 69

Grade 1 67

Grade 2 69

Grade 3 67

Grade 4 59

Grade 5 74