Serving 466 students in grades 6-8, Martin Murphy Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Murphy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Martin Murphy Middle School's student population of 466 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martin Murphy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Murphy Middle School is 0.64, 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
#4974 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Murphy Middle School's ranking?
Martin Murphy Middle School is ranked #4974 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Martin Murphy Middle School often compared to?
Martin Murphy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis H. Britton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Martin Murphy Middle School?
466 students attend Martin Murphy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Martin Murphy Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Murphy Middle School?
Martin Murphy Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Martin Murphy Middle School offer ?
Martin Murphy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Martin Murphy Middle School part of?
Martin Murphy Middle School is part of Morgan Hill Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Murphy Middle School located?
Martin Murphy Middle School is located in the Los Paseos neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Los Paseos.
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