Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Murtaugh Schools ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murtaugh Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Murtaugh Schools's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Murtaugh Schools ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murtaugh Schools is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#120 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
39%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
60%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murtaugh Schools's ranking?
Murtaugh Schools is ranked #120 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Murtaugh Schools often compared to?
Murtaugh Schoolsis often viewed alongside schools like Kimberly Middle School, Hansen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Murtaugh Schools?
The graduation rate of Murtaugh Schools is 80%, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Murtaugh Schools?
383 students attend Murtaugh Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Murtaugh Schools students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murtaugh Schools?
Murtaugh Schools has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Murtaugh Schools offer ?
Murtaugh Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murtaugh Schools part of?
Murtaugh Schools is part of Murtaugh Joint School District.
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