Needs Improvement

#1103 of 1,176 schools in SC

E. B. Morse Elementary

Elementary School · Laurens 55

200 Parkview Drive, Laurens, SC 29360

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

432

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

432

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#1,103 of 1,176

In Laurens

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

Laurens 55

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About E. B. Morse Elementary

E. B. Morse Elementary is a public elementary school in Laurens, SC, part of Laurens 55.

E. B. Morse Elementary serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

E. B. Morse Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,103 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for E. B. Morse Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district

3.5

This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
District avg 4.7
SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-5.13 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics4.3Below Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-8.3 pts

Adjusted Percentile24th

Resources & Environment6.0Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,216

Chronic Absenteeism26.6%

E. B. Morse Elementary — Students at E. B. Morse Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 44.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

80%

ELA

87%

2010

Math

65%

ELA

71%

2011

Math

62%

ELA

71%

2012

Math

69%

ELA

75%

2013

Math

68%

ELA

75%

2014

Math

47%

ELA

25%

2015

Math

27%

ELA

37%

2016

Math

34%

ELA

27%

2017

Math

29%

ELA

28%

2018

Math

18%

ELA

29%

2019

Math

18%

ELA

29%

2020*

Math

15%

ELA

19%

2021*

Math

15%

ELA

19%

2022

Math

26%

ELA

30%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.

How E. B. Morse Elementary Compares

See how E. B. Morse Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

3.5/10

6th percentile in SC

Academic

4.3/10

Below Average

Growth

2.0/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

6.0/10

Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

100%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

30 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

26.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

200 Parkview Drive, Laurens, SC 29360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering E. B. Morse Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Summit Classical School (rated 7.7/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Clinton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clinton Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Clinton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hickory Tavern Elementary/Middle (rated 6.5/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Gray Court), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Laurens, see our Laurens schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Laurens Middle Laurens	0.2 mi	395	3.8
Laurens Elementary Laurens	1.6 mi	499	5.3
Sanders Middle Laurens	1.8 mi	289	3.8
Laurens District 55 High Laurens	1.8 mi	1,540	6.9
Ford Elementary Laurens	3.2 mi	418	3.7
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Enoree	7.3 mi	65	4.7
Waterloo Elementary Waterloo	8.5 mi	257	3.4
Hickory Tavern Elementary/Middle Gray Court	8.7 mi	621	6.5
Gray Court-Owings Elementary/Middle Gray Court	10.1 mi	755	5.9
M. S. Bailey Child Development Center Clinton	8.8 mi	134	5.5
Thornwell Charter School Clinton	9.1 mi	371	6.9
Clinton Elementary Clinton	9.2 mi	401	7.3
Summit Classical School Clinton	9.6 mi	80	7.7
Clinton Middle Clinton	10.0 mi	629	5.9
Clinton High Clinton	10.5 mi	760	7.1
Eastside Elementary Clinton	10.6 mi	482	4.0
Ware Shoals Primary Ware Shoals	11.9 mi	358	4.6
Ware Shoals High Ware Shoals	13.3 mi	246	8.3
Ware Shoals Elementary Middle Ware Shoals	13.9 mi	256	4.9
Woodruff Primary Woodruff	16.6 mi	775	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,846

Median Home Value

$151,500

Median Rent

$808/mo

Population

22,066

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about E. B. Morse Elementary

What grades does E. B. Morse Elementary serve?

E. B. Morse Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend E. B. Morse Elementary?

E. B. Morse Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at E. B. Morse Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at E. B. Morse Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does E. B. Morse Elementary rank in SC?

E. B. Morse Elementary ranks #1,103 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is E. B. Morse Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

E. B. Morse Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at E. B. Morse Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, E. B. Morse Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is E. B. Morse Elementary a charter school?

No, E. B. Morse Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is E. B. Morse Elementary a Title I school?

No, E. B. Morse Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E. B. Morse Elementary?

100.0% of students at E. B. Morse Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.