Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-5, K. T. Murphy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
K. T. Murphy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
K. T. Murphy School's student population of 402 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
K. T. Murphy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of K. T. Murphy School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#709 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
68%
31%
Black
9%
12%
White
13%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is K. T. Murphy School's ranking?
K. T. Murphy School is ranked #709 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are K. T. Murphy School often compared to?
K. T. Murphy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hart School, Rogers International School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend K. T. Murphy School?
402 students attend K. T. Murphy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of K. T. Murphy School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of K. T. Murphy School?
K. T. Murphy School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does K. T. Murphy School offer ?
K. T. Murphy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is K. T. Murphy School part of?
K. T. Murphy School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is K. T. Murphy School located?
K. T. Murphy School is located in the Cove neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Cove.
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