Serving 1,011 students in grades 6-8, Murphy Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,011 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murphy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Murphy Middle School's student population of 1,011 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,011 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Murphy Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#426 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
5%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
38%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphy Middle School's ranking?
Murphy Middle School is ranked #426 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Murphy Middle School often compared to?
Murphy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C M Rice Middle School, Bowman Middle School, Otto Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Murphy Middle School?
1,011 students attend Murphy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Murphy Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murphy Middle School?
Murphy Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Murphy Middle School offer ?
Murphy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Murphy Middle School part of?
Murphy Middle School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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