Serving 643 students in grades 6-8, Murray Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murray Middle serves the northern part of Ridgecrest, CA, covering an area of approximately 404.6 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 20.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murray Middle School's student population of 643 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
643 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murray Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5777 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray Middle School's ranking?
Murray Middle School is ranked #5777 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Murray Middle School often compared to?
Murray Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Monroe Middle School, Jacobsen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Murray Middle School?
643 students attend Murray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Murray Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murray Middle School?
Murray Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Murray Middle School offer ?
Murray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Murray Middle School part of?
Murray Middle School is part of Sierra Sands Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Teachers really want the students to learn. They don't put up with nonsense. The History and Math departments cannot be described in words ... my 3 children have received the BEST education at this school
2 10/10/2025
How do you address harassment and bullying. So far my grandsons are still getting harassed by the older kids. This have been reported a number of times. Nothing has been done. Do We need to take this to the next level?
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