Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morse ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morse ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Morse's student population of 328 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Morse ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morse is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#472 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
8%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
21%
10%
White
41%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse's ranking?
Morse is ranked #472 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Morse often compared to?
Morseis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Luther King Junior, Cambridgeport by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Morse?
328 students attend Morse.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Morse students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morse?
Morse has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morse offer ?
Morse offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morse part of?
Morse is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Morse located?
Morse is located in the Cambridgeport neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cambridgeport.
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