Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emma Murphy Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emma Murphy Elementary School serves the southern part of Metamora, MI, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 72.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and the furthest edge located about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma Murphy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Emma Murphy Elementary School's student population of 374 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Emma Murphy Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emma Murphy Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#553 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma Murphy Elementary School's ranking?
Emma Murphy Elementary School is ranked #553 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Emma Murphy Elementary School often compared to?
Emma Murphy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turrill Elementary School, Orchard Primary School, Dryden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Emma Murphy Elementary School?
374 students attend Emma Murphy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Emma Murphy Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma Murphy Elementary School?
Emma Murphy Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Emma Murphy Elementary School offer ?
Emma Murphy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emma Murphy Elementary School part of?
Emma Murphy Elementary School is part of Lapeer Community Schools.
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