Serving 553 students in grades 9-12, Murray High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murray High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Murray High School's student population of 553 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Murray High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#269 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
7%
11%
White
75%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray High School's ranking?
Murray High School is ranked #269 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Murray High School often compared to?
Murray High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calloway County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Murray High School?
The graduation rate of Murray High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Murray High School?
553 students attend Murray High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Murray High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murray High School?
Murray High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Murray High School offer ?
Murray High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Murray High School part of?
Murray High School is part of Murray Independent School District.
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