Serving 770 students in grades 6-8, Murphy Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murphy Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Murphy Junior High School's student population of 770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Murphy Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy Junior High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#936 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
11%
17%
White
50%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphy Junior High School's ranking?
Murphy Junior High School is ranked #936 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Murphy Junior High School often compared to?
Murphy Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bednarcik Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Murphy Junior High School?
770 students attend Murphy Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Murphy Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murphy Junior High School?
Murphy Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Murphy Junior High School offer ?
Murphy Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Murphy Junior High School part of?
Murphy Junior High School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
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