Morse Elementary vs Sunset Ridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Morse Elementary
Overland Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
338 students
Sunset Ridge Elementary
Overland Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
396 students
| Measure | Morse Elementary Overland Park, Kansas | Sunset Ridge Elementary Overland Park, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #8 of 686 | #4 of 686 |
| National rank | #1513 of 50,301 | #1254 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 338 | 396 |
| Enrollment | 338 | 396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.2% | 8.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 69% |
| city | Overland Park | Overland Park |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (87.4 vs 88.2).
- •Sunset Ridge Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 68%).
- •Sunset Ridge Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 75%).
- •Sunset Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.3% vs 11.2%).
- •Morse Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.8).
- •Sunset Ridge Elementary is the larger school with 396 students compared with 338.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Morse Elementary better than Sunset Ridge Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Morse Elementary and Sunset Ridge Elementary?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Overland Park and Overland Park in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Morse Elementary: 338. Sunset Ridge Elementary: 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Morse Elementary and Sunset Ridge Elementary rank in Kansas?
Morse Elementary is 8th of 686 and Sunset Ridge Elementary is 4th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).