Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Murphy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murphy Elementary School's student population of 432 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Murphy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1199 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
75%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphy Elementary School's ranking?
Murphy Elementary School is ranked #1199 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Murphy Elementary School?
432 students attend Murphy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Murphy Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Murphy Elementary School offer ?
Murphy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murphy Elementary School part of?
Murphy Elementary School is part of Northwest R-I School District.
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