SA
Elementary Schools

L B Morris Elementary School

Jim Thorpe Area SD · Carbon County · 150 W 10th St, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229.0

(570)325-2703

3/10
#1106
Rank 1106 out of 1,545
Top 72%
English Language Arts4/10 · #941 · 39th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #1199 · 22nd percentile
Science3/10 · #1041 · 26th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Jim Thorpe is one of those small Pennsylvania mountain towns that feels like it was plucked straight out of a storybook, with Victorian architecture and the Lehigh Gorge right at its doorstep — but families considering L B Morris Elementary should go in with realistic expectations academically. Test scores sit below state averages across the board, particularly in math and science, so parents who prioritize rigorous academics may want to supplement at home or explore additional resources. That said, for families drawn to the charm of a tight-knit Carbon County community where outdoor adventure and small-town life are part of the daily rhythm, this school offers the kind of close community connection that's hard to find in larger districts.

Student Demographics

386 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
333 (86%)
Hispanic
32 (8%)
Multiple Races
16 (4%)
Other
5 (1%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged166 (43%)
Students with Disabilities73 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

631
Enrollment
45.7
Teachers (FTE)
13.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs3/10 · #1161 · 27th percentile

14 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found