Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Murphy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murphy Elementary serves the northern part of El Sobrante, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murphy Elementary School's student population of 460 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Murphy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#7047 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphy Elementary School's ranking?
Murphy Elementary School is ranked #7047 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Murphy Elementary School often compared to?
Murphy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sheldon Elementary School, Valley View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Murphy Elementary School?
460 students attend Murphy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Murphy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murphy Elementary School?
Murphy Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Murphy Elementary School offer ?
Murphy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Murphy Elementary School part of?
Murphy Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Murphy Elementary School located?
Murphy Elementary School is located in the May Valley neighborhood of El Sobrante, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in May Valley.
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