Below Average
#8359 of 9,539 schools in CA
Murphy Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
4350 Valley View Rd., EL Sobrante, CA 94803
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,359 of 9,539
In EL Sobrante
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#38 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Murphy Elementary
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About Murphy Elementary
Murphy Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Sobrante, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Murphy Elementary serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Murphy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,359 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Murphy Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Murphy Elementary runs 20.2:1 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.
37% of students at Murphy Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Murphy Elementary — Students at Murphy Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Murphy Elementary Compares
See how Murphy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4350 Valley View Rd., EL Sobrante, CA 94803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Murphy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West County Mandarin (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Sobrante, see our EL Sobrante schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| El Sobrante Christian School El Sobrante | 0.4 mi | — |
| EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Sobrante | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| De Anza High Richmond | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Bethel Christian Academy El Sobrante | 0.4 mi | — |
| Valley View Elementary Richmond | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Sheldon Elementary Richmond | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| La Cheim School, El Sobrante El Sobrante | 0.9 mi | — |
| LA CHEIM SCHOOL, INC. El Sobrante | 0.9 mi | — |
| Stewart Elementary Pinole | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Seneca Family of Agencies, Catalyst Academy El Sobrante | 0.9 mi | — |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIE- CATALYST ACADEMY El Sobrante | 0.9 mi | — |
| Pinole Valley High Pinole | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Wildcat Canyon Community School El Sobrante | 1.1 mi | — |
| Betty Reid Soskin Middle El Sobrante | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Ellerhorst Elementary Pinole | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| PATTYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond | 1.3 mi | — |
| Pinole Middle Pinole | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| West County Mandarin Pinole | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Collins Elementary Pinole | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinole | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,075
Median Home Value
$729,000
Median Rent
$2,295/mo
Population
27,588
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
36.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
43.2
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| Bahia Vista Elementary San Rafael, CA | 4.2 |
| Bay View Academy Monterey, CA | 4.2 |
| Bayside STEAM Academy Imperial Beach, CA | 4.2 |
| Bayview Elementary San Pablo, CA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Murphy Elementary
What grades does Murphy Elementary serve?
Murphy Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Murphy Elementary?
Murphy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Murphy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Murphy Elementary is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Murphy Elementary rank in CA?
Murphy Elementary ranks #8,359 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Murphy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Murphy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Murphy Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Murphy Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Murphy Elementary a charter school?
No, Murphy Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Murphy Elementary a Title I school?
No, Murphy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Murphy Elementary?
53.5% of students at Murphy 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1427
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #38 of 52
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