Murphy K-8 School

1 Worrell Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 839 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Murphy K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 839 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Murphy K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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School Overview

Murphy K-8 School's student population of 839 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
839 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
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School Rankings

Murphy K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy K-8 School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#858 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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41%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Murphy K-8 School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
42%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Murphy K-8 School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
27%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Murphy K-8 School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Massachusetts 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
50%
7%
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Hispanic
18%
25%
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Black
17%
10%
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White
11%
53%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.68
This chart displays the diversity score of Murphy K-8 School and the public school average diversity score of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Murphy K-8 School's ranking?
Murphy K-8 School is ranked #858 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Murphy K-8 School often compared to?
Murphy K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenny Elementary School, Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Murphy K-8 School?
839 students attend Murphy K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Murphy K-8 School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murphy K-8 School?
Murphy K-8 School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Murphy K-8 School offer ?
Murphy K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Murphy K-8 School part of?
Murphy K-8 School is part of Boston School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 839 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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