Serving 608 students in grades 4-5, Mcmurray Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: McMurray El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Canonsburg, PA, encompassing approximately 19.7 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcmurray Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mcmurray Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcmurray Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcmurray Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#49 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcmurray Elementary School's ranking?
Mcmurray Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mcmurray Elementary School?
608 students attend Mcmurray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mcmurray Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcmurray Elementary School?
Mcmurray Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcmurray Elementary School offer ?
Mcmurray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcmurray Elementary School part of?
Mcmurray Elementary School is part of Peters Township School District.
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