Serving 168 students in grades 3-5, Murray Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murray Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Murray Park Elementary School's student population of 168 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Murray Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray Park Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#254 out of 1984 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray Park Elementary School's ranking?
Murray Park Elementary School is ranked #254 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Murray Park Elementary School often compared to?
Murray Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quest Charter School, Rock River Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Murray Park Elementary School?
168 students attend Murray Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Murray Park Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murray Park Elementary School?
Murray Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Murray Park Elementary School offer ?
Murray Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Murray Park Elementary School part of?
Murray Park Elementary School is part of Ripon Area School District.
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