Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Murphy Creek K-8 School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murphy Creek K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Murphy Creek K-8 School's student population of 735 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murphy Creek K-8 School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy Creek K-8 School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#399 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
26%
35%
Black
23%
5%
White
35%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphy Creek K-8 School's ranking?
Murphy Creek K-8 School is ranked #399 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Murphy Creek K-8 School often compared to?
Murphy Creek K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aurora Frontier K-8, Vista Peak P-8 Exploratory, Aurora Quest K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Murphy Creek K-8 School?
735 students attend Murphy Creek K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Murphy Creek K-8 School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murphy Creek K-8 School?
Murphy Creek K-8 School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Murphy Creek K-8 School offer ?
Murphy Creek K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Murphy Creek K-8 School part of?
Murphy Creek K-8 School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Murphy Creek K-8 School located?
Murphy Creek K-8 School is located in the Murphy Creek neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
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