Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Murphy Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murphy Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Murphy Ranch Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murphy Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy Ranch Elementary School is 0.48, which is less 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
#414 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphy Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Murphy Ranch Elementary School is ranked #414 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Murphy Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Murphy Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Murphy Ranch Elementary School?
466 students attend Murphy Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Murphy Ranch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murphy Ranch Elementary School?
Murphy Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Murphy Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Murphy Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Murphy Ranch Elementary School part of?
Murphy Ranch Elementary School is part of East Whittier City Elementary School District.
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