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.
338
Total Students
28.1
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
11.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Morse Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White250
Hispanic14
Black9
Asian44
Two or More20
American Indian1
  • White
    250 (74.0%)
  • Asian
    44 (13.0%)
  • Two or More
    20 (5.9%)
  • Hispanic
    14 (4.1%)
  • Black
    9 (2.7%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
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: 338
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 33
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 52
Grade 1 54
Grade 2 54
Grade 3 57
Grade 4 58
Grade 5 63

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Morse Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten52
Grade 154
Grade 254
Grade 357
Grade 458
Grade 563
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Morse Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16649.1%
Male17250.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)