K. T. Murphy School

19 Horton St.
Stamford, CT 06902
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
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Bottom 50%
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%
  • : Bottom 50% in CT
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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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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
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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Students by Grade
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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.
This School
State Level (CT)
#709 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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30-34%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of K. T. Murphy School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
20-24%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of K. T. Murphy School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Connecticut by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
35-39%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of K. T. Murphy School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
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Hispanic
68%
31%
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Black
9%
12%
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White
13%
47%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.51
This chart displays the diversity score of K. T. Murphy School and the public school average diversity score of Connecticut by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in K. T. Murphy School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 402 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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