Serving 935 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Murdock Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 935 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murdock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Murdock Elementary School's student population of 935 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
935 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murdock Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murdock Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 2168 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
6%
36%
White
61%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murdock Elementary School's ranking?
Murdock Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Murdock Elementary School?
935 students attend Murdock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Murdock Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murdock Elementary School?
Murdock Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Murdock Elementary School offer ?
Murdock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Murdock Elementary School part of?
Murdock Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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