Serving 855 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Murphy Creek K-8 School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 855 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murphy Creek K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Murphy Creek K-8 School's student population of 855 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
855 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Murphy Creek K-8 School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy Creek K-8 School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#415 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
23%
5%
White
28%
49%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphy Creek K-8 School's ranking?
Murphy Creek K-8 School is ranked #415 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Murphy Creek K-8 School often compared to?
Murphy Creek K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aurora Frontier K-8, Aurora Quest K-8, Vista Peak P-8 Exploratory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Murphy Creek K-8 School?
855 students attend Murphy Creek K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Murphy Creek K-8 School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murphy Creek K-8 School?
Murphy Creek K-8 School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Murphy Creek K-8 School offer ?
Murphy Creek K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murphy Creek K-8 School part of?
Murphy Creek K-8 School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A.
In what neighborhood is Murphy Creek K-8 School located?
Murphy Creek K-8 School is located in the Murphy Creek neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
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