Serving 652 students in grades 4-6, Murray Avenue School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murray Avenue School's attendance zone is located in Huntingdon Valley, PA, covering an area of 7.3 square miles that spans the entire school district. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge approximately 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murray Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Murray Avenue School's student population of 652 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murray Avenue School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray Avenue School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#460 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
66%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray Avenue School's ranking?
Murray Avenue School is ranked #460 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Murray Avenue School?
652 students attend Murray Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Murray Avenue School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murray Avenue School?
Murray Avenue School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Murray Avenue School offer ?
Murray Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murray Avenue School part of?
Murray Avenue School is part of Lower Moreland Township School District.
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