Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Murphy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murphy Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murphy Elementary School's student population of 514 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
514 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Murphy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1906 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
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)27.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphy Elementary School's ranking?
Murphy Elementary School is ranked #1906 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Murphy Elementary School often compared to?
Murphy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Elementary School, Cics - Irving Park Campus 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 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Murphy Elementary School?
514 students attend Murphy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Murphy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murphy Elementary School?
Murphy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Murphy Elementary School offer ?
Murphy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Murphy Elementary School part of?
Murphy Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Murphy Elementary School located?
Murphy Elementary School is located in the Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in Irving Park.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Election Day (School Closed)
November 03, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (School Closed)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
MLK Jr. Day (School Closed)
January 18, 2027 (Monday)
Presidents' Day (School Closed)
February 15, 2027 (Monday)
Memorial Day (School Closed)
May 31, 2027 (Monday)
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