Excellent
#1637 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary
Elementary School · Scotia Union Elementary
PO Box 217, Scotia, CA 95565
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,637 of 9,539
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary
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About Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary
Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary is a public elementary school in Scotia, CA, part of Scotia Union Elementary. Stanwood A.
Murphy Elementary serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,637 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
37% of students at Stanwood A. 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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Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary — Students at Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 40 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary Compares
See how Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 217, Scotia, CA 95565
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redwood Preparatory Charter (rated 8.7/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Fortuna), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Linell K. Walker Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Fortuna), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Fortuna), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Scotia, see our Scotia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monument Middle Rio Dell | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Eagle Prairie Elementary Rio Dell | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Koinonia Academy PSP Hydesville | 4.4 mi | — |
| NORTH COAST MENNONITE Hydesville | 4.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Hydesville Elementary Hydesville | 4.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Cuddeback Elementary Carlotta | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Toddy Thomas Middle Fortuna | 6.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Redwood Preparatory Charter Fortuna | 6.5 mi | 8.7 |
| New Life Christian Fortuna | 6.7 mi | — |
| Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary Fortuna | 7.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Eel River Community Eureka | 7.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Linell K. Walker Elementary Fortuna | 7.8 mi | 7.9 |
| East High (Continuation) Fortuna | 8.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Fortuna Union High Fortuna | 8.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Fortuna Middle Fortuna | 8.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Ferndale High Ferndale | 11.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Ferndale Elementary Ferndale | 11.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Loleta Elementary Loleta | 12.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Academy of the Redwoods Fortuna | 15.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Agnes J. Johnson Charter Weott | 14.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95565 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,281
Median Home Value
$350,000
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
891
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
49.8%
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
36.6
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| Dayton Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.0 |
| Dunham Charter Petaluma, CA | 8.0 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Fremont, CA | 8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary
What grades does Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary serve?
Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary?
Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary rank in CA?
Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary ranks #1,637 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary a charter school?
No, Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary?
76.0% of students at Stanwood A. 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Humboldt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.0%
- Phone
- (707) 764-2212
Resources & Links
District
Scotia Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 192
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,489
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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