Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Murray Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murray Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Murray Lake Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Murray Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray Lake Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#182 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)65%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Murray Lake Elementary School is ranked #182 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Murray Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Murray Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Murray Lake Elementary School?
427 students attend Murray Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Murray Lake Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murray Lake Elementary School?
Murray Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Murray Lake Elementary School offer ?
Murray Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murray Lake Elementary School part of?
Murray Lake Elementary School is part of Lowell Area Schools School District.
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