Serving 603 students in grades 6-8, Murray Avenue School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murray Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Murray Avenue School's student population of 603 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Murray Avenue School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray Avenue School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#607 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray Avenue School's ranking?
Murray Avenue School is ranked #607 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Murray Avenue School?
603 students attend Murray Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Murray Avenue School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murray Avenue School?
Murray Avenue School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Murray Avenue School offer ?
Murray Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Murray Avenue School part of?
Murray Avenue School is part of Lower Moreland Township School District.
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