Serving 253 students in grades 6-8, Marie Murphy School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Marie Murphy School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Wilmette, IL, encompassing approximately 3.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marie Murphy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marie Murphy School's student population of 253 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
253 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Marie Murphy School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marie Murphy School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#53 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
28%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marie Murphy School's ranking?
Marie Murphy School is ranked #53 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Marie Murphy School often compared to?
Marie Murphy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carleton W Washburne School, West School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marie Murphy School?
253 students attend Marie Murphy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Marie Murphy School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marie Murphy School?
Marie Murphy School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marie Murphy School offer ?
Marie Murphy School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marie Murphy School part of?
Marie Murphy School is part of Avoca SD 37 School District.
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