Serving 386 students in grades 2-5, Murphy Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Murphy Elementary School serves the west part of Haslett, MI, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murphy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Murphy Elementary School's student population of 386 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murphy Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphy Elementary School's ranking?
Murphy Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Murphy Elementary School often compared to?
Murphy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vera Ralya Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Murphy Elementary School?
386 students attend Murphy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Murphy Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murphy Elementary School?
Murphy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Murphy Elementary School offer ?
Murphy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Murphy Elementary School part of?
Murphy Elementary School is part of Haslett School District.
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