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Murphey Candler Elementary School

6775 S Goddard Rd, Lithonia, GA 30038, United States
+1 (678) 676-9102
1.6
Overall Rating

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Murphey Candler Elementary School Overview

About This School

Murphey Candler Elementary School is a public elementary in Lithonia, Georgia, serving 512 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 18% proficiency in ELA and 13% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 with 39 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $76,083. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic makeup is 92% Black, 4% Hispanic, 3% Two or More Races, and 1% White.

512
Total Students
PK-5
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
39 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts18%
Mathematics13%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Dekalb County
Students per Counselor
512:1

Murphey Candler Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

18%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 23%State Avg: 37%
13%
Mathematics
City Avg: 16%State Avg: 36%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.9:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
512
Students per Counselor

Murphey Candler Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
39

Average Teacher Salary

$76,083
City Avg: $76,083
State Avg: $68,409

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor512:1

Murphey Candler Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.73%
Male
47.27%
Female
Total Enrollment: 512 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.59%
Hispanic3.52%
Asian0.39%
Black92.38%
Two or More Races2.73%
Native American0.39%

Murphey Candler Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Murphey Candler Elementary School

Q: What is Murphey Candler Elementary School?

A: Murphey Candler Elementary School is a elementary public located in Lithonia.

Q: How many students attend Murphey Candler Elementary School?

A: Murphey Candler Elementary School has approximately 512 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Murphey Candler Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Murphey Candler Elementary School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Murphey Candler Elementary School

Murphey Candler Elementary School is a public elementary in Lithonia, Georgia, serving 512 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 18% proficiency in ELA and 13% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 with 39 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $76,083. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic makeup is 92% Black, 4% Hispanic, 3% Two or More Races, and 1% White.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Murphey Candler Elementary School - Lithonia, GA

Quick Facts about Murphey Candler Elementary School
School NameMurphey Candler Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location6775 S Goddard Rd, Lithonia, GA 30038, Lithonia, GA
CountyDekalb County
Phone+1 (678) 676-9102
Total Students512
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers39
Rating1.6/10
ELA Proficiency18%
Math Proficiency13%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Murphey Candler Elementary School

What is Murphey Candler Elementary School?

Murphey Candler Elementary School is a elementary public located in Lithonia.

How many students attend Murphey Candler Elementary School?

Murphey Candler Elementary School has approximately 512 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Murphey Candler Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Murphey Candler Elementary School is 13:1.

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