Serving 1,400 students in grades 10-12, Murray High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murray High School's student population of 1,400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Murray High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray High School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#561 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
4%
1%
White
66%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray High School's ranking?
Murray High School is ranked #561 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Murray High School often compared to?
Murray High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Murray High School?
The graduation rate of Murray High School is 79%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Murray High School?
1,400 students attend Murray High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Murray High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murray High School?
Murray High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Murray High School offer ?
Murray High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Murray High School part of?
Murray High School is part of Murray School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
This is a semi-new school. The district and high school have been around for a while but the school was just rebuilt. There are lots of choices to join clubs and many options for classes. This school is for 10-12 graders, not 9-12. Parents are highly involved and we have many sports. It is an all around great school.
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