Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Murray Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murray Elementary serves the eastern part of Hobbs, NM, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murray Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Murray Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#624 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
82%
63%
Black
4%
2%
White
13%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray Elementary School's ranking?
Murray Elementary School is ranked #624 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Murray Elementary School?
422 students attend Murray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Murray Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murray Elementary School?
Murray Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Murray Elementary School offer ?
Murray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murray Elementary School part of?
Murray Elementary School is part of Hobbs School District.
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