Serving 712 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Murray Avenue School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murray Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Murray Avenue School's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Murray Avenue School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray Avenue School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#433 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
81%
40%
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
2%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray Avenue School's ranking?
Murray Avenue School is ranked #433 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Murray Avenue School often compared to?
Murray Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatsworth Avenue School, Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Murray Avenue School?
712 students attend Murray Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Murray Avenue School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murray Avenue School?
Murray Avenue School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Murray Avenue School offer ?
Murray Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Murray Avenue School part of?
Murray Avenue School is part of Mamaroneck Union Free School District.
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