Excellent
#463 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Murdock-portal Elementary
Elementary School · Cupertino Union
1188 Wunderlich Dr., San Jose, CA 95129
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#463 of 9,539
In San Jose
#14 of 223
public schools
In district
#9 of 23
Cupertino Union
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Murdock-portal Elementary
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About Murdock-portal Elementary
Murdock-portal Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Cupertino Union. Murdock-portal Elementary serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Murdock-portal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #463 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Murdock-portal Elementary show 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Murdock-portal Elementary runs 25.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Murdock-portal Elementary — Students at Murdock-portal Elementary score 96% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Murdock-portal Elementary Compares
See how Murdock-portal Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1188 Wunderlich Dr., San Jose, CA 95129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Murdock-portal Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Easterbrook Discovery (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Christa McAuliffe (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Saratoga), with a very similar rating. Additionally, D. J. Sedgwick Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Cupertino), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lynbrook High San Jose | 0.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Country Lane Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Trust Primary School San Jose | 0.6 mi | — |
| Manuel De Vargas Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Archbishop Mitty High San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Prospect High Saratoga | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ARCHBISHOP MITTY HIGH SCHOOL San Jose | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Easterbrook Discovery San Jose | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| TRUST MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| SANIKU GAKUIN SANTA CLARA JAPANESE SCHOOL San Jose | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Joaquin Miller Middle San Jose | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Warren E. Hyde Middle Cupertino | 0.8 mi | 9.6 |
| Queen of Apostles School San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| QUEEN OF APOSTLES SCHOOL San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| D. J. Sedgwick Elementary Cupertino | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Mandarin Academy Cupertino | 0.9 mi | — |
| Christa McAuliffe Saratoga | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Challenger School - Strawberry Park San Jose | 1.1 mi | — |
| Cupertino High Cupertino | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$182,662
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,746/mo
Population
40,896
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
41.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA | 8.8 |
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City, CA | 8.8 |
| Austin Creek Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 8.8 |
| Bollinger Canyon Elementary San Ramon, CA | 8.8 |
| Brookvale Elementary Fremont, CA | 8.8 |
| Calabash Charter Academy Woodland Hills, CA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Murdock-portal Elementary
What grades does Murdock-portal Elementary serve?
Murdock-portal Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Murdock-portal Elementary?
Murdock-portal Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Murdock-portal Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Murdock-portal Elementary is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Murdock-portal Elementary rank in CA?
Murdock-portal Elementary ranks #463 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Murdock-portal Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Murdock-portal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Murdock-portal Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Murdock-portal Elementary has 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Murdock-portal Elementary a charter school?
No, Murdock-portal Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Murdock-portal Elementary a Title I school?
No, Murdock-portal Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Murdock-portal Elementary?
10.3% of students at Murdock-portal Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 562
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.7%
- Phone
- (408) 973-8191
Resources & Links
District
Cupertino Union- District Enrollment
- 13,587
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,193
- District Rank
- #9 of 23
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