Serving 700 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murphy Junior High School serves the northeast part of Plainfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 14.7 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murphy Junior High School's student population of 700 students has declined by 12% 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
700 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Home of the Mavericks'
School Rankings
Murphy Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 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 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
#1037 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
18%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 #1037 out of 3,542 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Murphy Junior High School?
700 students attend Murphy Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Murphy Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murphy Junior High School?
Murphy Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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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