Serving 559 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Murdock-portal Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 96% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murdock-portal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Murdock-portal Elementary School's student population of 559 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Murdock-portal Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murdock-portal Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
89%
12%
Hispanic
n/a
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murdock-portal Elementary School's ranking?
Murdock-portal Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Murdock-portal Elementary School often compared to?
Murdock-portal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guadalupe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
96% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Murdock-portal Elementary School?
559 students attend Murdock-portal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Murdock-portal Elementary School students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murdock-portal Elementary School?
Murdock-portal Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Murdock-portal Elementary School offer ?
Murdock-portal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Murdock-portal Elementary School part of?
Murdock-portal Elementary School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Murdock-portal Elementary School located?
Murdock-portal Elementary School is located in the West Valley neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in West Valley.
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