Serving 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Murchison Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murchison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Murchison Elementary School's student population of 698 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Murchison Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murchison Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#608 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
45%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murchison Elementary School's ranking?
Murchison Elementary School is ranked #608 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Murchison Elementary School often compared to?
Murchison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rowe Lane Elementary 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 44% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Murchison Elementary School?
698 students attend Murchison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Murchison Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murchison Elementary School?
Murchison Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Murchison Elementary School offer ?
Murchison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Murchison Elementary School part of?
Murchison Elementary School is part of Pflugerville Independent School District.
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