Serving 671 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Murphy Creek K-8 School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murphy Creek K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Murphy Creek K-8 School's student population of 671 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murphy Creek K-8 School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy Creek K-8 School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
26%
35%
Black
17%
4%
White
40%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphy Creek K-8 School's ranking?
Murphy Creek K-8 School is ranked #491 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Murphy Creek K-8 School often compared to?
Murphy Creek K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aurora Frontier K-8, Vista Peak P-8 Exploratory, Aurora Quest K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Murphy Creek K-8 School?
671 students attend Murphy Creek K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Murphy Creek K-8 School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murphy Creek K-8 School?
Murphy Creek K-8 School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Murphy Creek K-8 School offer ?
Murphy Creek K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Murphy Creek K-8 School part of?
Murphy Creek K-8 School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Murphy Creek K-8 School located?
Murphy Creek K-8 School is located in the Murphy Creek neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
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