Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morse Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Morse Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morse Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morse Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1294 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
30%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse Elementary School's ranking?
Morse Elementary School is ranked #1294 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Morse Elementary School often compared to?
Morse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wattles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Morse Elementary School?
407 students attend Morse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Morse Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morse Elementary School?
Morse Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morse Elementary School offer ?
Morse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Morse Elementary School part of?
Morse Elementary School is part of Troy School District.
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