Serving 672 students in grades 7-9, Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School's student population of 672 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Mascot
Trojan
School Rankings
Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
62%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School's ranking?
Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School is ranked #528 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School often compared to?
Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul J Gelinas Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School?
672 students attend Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 14% 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 Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School?
Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School offer ?
Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School part of?
Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School is part of Three Village Central School District.
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