Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Charles E. Murphy School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut 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 Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School's student population of 296 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Charles E. Murphy School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
32%
Black
3%
12%
White
70%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Charles E. Murphy School's ranking?
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School is ranked #303 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Dr. Charles E. Murphy School often compared to?
Dr. Charles E. Murphy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lillie B. Haynes School, Oswegatchie Elementary School 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 41% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Dr. Charles E. Murphy School?
296 students attend Dr. Charles E. Murphy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Dr. Charles E. Murphy School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Charles E. Murphy School?
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dr. Charles E. Murphy School offer ?
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr. Charles E. Murphy School part of?
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School is part of Montville School District.
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