Serving 280 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Frederick C Murphy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frederick C Murphy's student population of 280 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frederick C Murphy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick C Murphy is 0.59, 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
#763 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
21%
23%
Black
9%
10%
White
60%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick C Murphy's ranking?
Frederick C Murphy is ranked #763 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Frederick C Murphy often compared to?
Frederick C Murphyis often viewed alongside schools like William Seach, Academy Avenue by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Frederick C Murphy?
280 students attend Frederick C Murphy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Frederick C Murphy students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frederick C Murphy?
Frederick C Murphy has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Frederick C Murphy offer ?
Frederick C Murphy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederick C Murphy part of?
Frederick C Murphy is part of Weymouth School District.
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