Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Morse Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morse Elementary School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Motto
We Inspire to Achieve!
School Rankings
Morse Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morse Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2823 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse Elementary School's ranking?
Morse Elementary School is ranked #2823 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Morse Elementary School?
382 students attend Morse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Morse Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morse Elementary School?
Morse Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Morse Elementary School offer ?
Morse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Morse Elementary School part of?
Morse Elementary School is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
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