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Murphy K-8 School

1 Worrell Street, Dorchester, MA 02122, United States
+1 (617) 635-8781
http://www.bostonpublicschools.org/murphy
4.2
Overall Rating

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Murphy K-8 School Overview

About This School

Murphy K-8 School is a public middle in Dorchester, Massachusetts, serving 855 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 42% proficiency in ELA and 41% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 70 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $120,490. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 49% Asian, 19% Black, 16% Hispanic, 12% White, and 4% students of two or more races.

855
Total Students
PK-8
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
70 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts42%
Mathematics41%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-8
County
Suffolk County
Students per Counselor
N/A:1

Murphy K-8 School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

42%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 23%State Avg: 44%
41%
Mathematics
City Avg: 20%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 10.8:1
State Avg: 12.5:1
Students per Counselor

Murphy K-8 School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
70

Average Teacher Salary

$120,490
City Avg: $120,490
State Avg: $85,529

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor:1

Murphy K-8 School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.76%
Male
49.24%
Female
Total Enrollment: 855 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White11.58%
Hispanic16.02%
Asian49.47%
Black18.95%
Two or More Races3.51%
Native American0.35%

Murphy K-8 School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Murphy K-8 School

Q: What is Murphy K-8 School?

A: Murphy K-8 School is a middle public located in Dorchester.

Q: How many students attend Murphy K-8 School?

A: Murphy K-8 School has approximately 855 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Murphy K-8 School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Murphy K-8 School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Murphy K-8 School

Murphy K-8 School is a public middle in Dorchester, Massachusetts, serving 855 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 42% proficiency in ELA and 41% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 70 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $120,490. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 49% Asian, 19% Black, 16% Hispanic, 12% White, and 4% students of two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Murphy K-8 School - Dorchester, MA

Quick Facts about Murphy K-8 School
School NameMurphy K-8 School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-8
Location1 Worrell Street, Dorchester, MA 02122, Dorchester, MA
CountySuffolk County
Phone+1 (617) 635-8781
Total Students855
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers70
Rating4.2/10
ELA Proficiency42%
Math Proficiency41%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Murphy K-8 School

What is Murphy K-8 School?

Murphy K-8 School is a middle public located in Dorchester.

How many students attend Murphy K-8 School?

Murphy K-8 School has approximately 855 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Murphy K-8 School?

The student-teacher ratio at Murphy K-8 School is 12:1.

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