Serving 688 students in grades 6-8, Murphy Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murphy Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Murphy Junior High School's student population of 688 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
'Home of the Mavericks'
School Rankings
Murphy Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murphy Junior High School is 0.69, 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
#1037 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
14%
16%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 Murphy Junior High School's ranking?
Murphy Junior High School is ranked #1037 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Murphy Junior High School often compared to?
Murphy Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bednarcik Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Murphy Junior High School?
688 students attend Murphy Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Murphy Junior High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murphy Junior High School?
Murphy Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Murphy Junior High School offer ?
Murphy Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Murphy Junior High School part of?
Murphy Junior High School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
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