Serving 847 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Murdock Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Murdock Elementary School serves the northeast part of Marietta, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone around 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murdock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Murdock Elementary School's student population of 847 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
847 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murdock Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murdock Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#35 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murdock Elementary School's ranking?
Murdock Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Murdock Elementary School?
847 students attend Murdock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Murdock Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murdock Elementary School?
Murdock Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Murdock Elementary School offer ?
Murdock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murdock Elementary School part of?
Murdock Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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