Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Murray Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Murray Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Murray, KY, encompassing approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the school from the zone edge, reaching up to 2.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murray Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Murray Elementary School's student population of 589 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Murray Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 1250 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
5%
11%
White
75%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray Elementary School's ranking?
Murray Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Murray Elementary School?
589 students attend Murray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Murray Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murray Elementary School?
Murray Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Murray Elementary School offer ?
Murray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Murray Elementary School part of?
Murray Elementary School is part of Murray Independent School District.
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