Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Murdock-portal Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 97% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murdock-portal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Murdock-portal Elementary School's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Rankings
Murdock-portal Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murdock-portal Elementary School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
87%
12%
Hispanic
1%
56%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murdock-portal Elementary School's ranking?
Murdock-portal Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Murdock-portal Elementary School often compared to?
Murdock-portal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guadalupe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Murdock-portal Elementary School?
551 students attend Murdock-portal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Murdock-portal Elementary School students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murdock-portal Elementary School?
Murdock-portal Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Murdock-portal Elementary School offer ?
Murdock-portal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Murdock-portal Elementary School part of?
Murdock-portal Elementary School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Murdock-portal Elementary School located?
Murdock-portal Elementary School is located in the West Valley neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in West Valley.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School, Dismissal at 11:50am
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
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