Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, K. T. Murphy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: K. T. Murphy School serves the southeast part of Stamford, CT, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
K. T. Murphy School's student population of 390 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
K. T. Murphy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of K. T. Murphy School is 0.56, 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
#738 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
64%
32%
Black
12%
12%
White
13%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is K. T. Murphy School's ranking?
K. T. Murphy School is ranked #738 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are K. T. Murphy School often compared to?
K. T. Murphy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hart School, Rogers International School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend K. T. Murphy School?
390 students attend K. T. Murphy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of K. T. Murphy School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of K. T. Murphy School?
K. T. Murphy School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does K. T. Murphy School offer ?
K. T. Murphy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is K. T. Murphy School part of?
K. T. Murphy School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is K. T. Murphy School located?
K. T. Murphy School is located in the Cove neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Cove.
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