Serving 267 students in grades 6-8, Marie Murphy School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marie Murphy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Marie Murphy School's student population of 267 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Marie Murphy School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marie Murphy School is 0.67, 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
#53 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marie Murphy School's ranking?
Marie Murphy School is ranked #53 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Marie Murphy School often compared to?
Marie Murphy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carleton W Washburne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marie Murphy School?
267 students attend Marie Murphy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Marie Murphy School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marie Murphy School?
Marie Murphy School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marie Murphy School offer ?
Marie Murphy School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marie Murphy School part of?
Marie Murphy School is part of Avoca SD 37 School District.
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