Very Good
#934 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 25% in state
R J Murray Middle School
Middle School · ST. JOHNS
150 N HOLMES BLVD, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Enrollment
745
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
745
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#934 of 3,778
In St. Augustine
#12 of 32
public schools
In district
#25 of 46
ST. JOHNS
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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R J Murray Middle School
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About R J Murray Middle School
R J Murray Middle School is a public middle school in St. Augustine, FL, part of ST. JOHNS.
R J Murray Middle School serves approximately 745 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. R J Murray Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #934 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for R J Murray Middle School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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R J Murray Middle School — Students at R J Murray Middle School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL 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: 8.4/10.
How R J Murray Middle School Compares
See how R J Murray Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
150 N HOLMES BLVD, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R J Murray Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SEBASTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is THE PIONEER SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DEAF MIDDLE SCHOOL (FSDB) (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Augustine, see our St. Augustine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,965
Median Home Value
$295,000
Median Rent
$1,534/mo
Population
36,998
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
43.9
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| DUNEDIN HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Dunedin, FL | 7.7 |
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| RIVIERA MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.7 |
| BERKLEY ACCELERATED Auburndale, FL | 7.8 |
| DUNDEE RIDGE MIDDLE ACADEMY Dundee, FL | 7.8 |
| EMERALD COAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Rosa Beach, FL | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R J Murray Middle School
What grades does R J Murray Middle School serve?
R J Murray Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend R J Murray Middle School?
R J Murray Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 745 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R J Murray Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at R J Murray Middle School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R J Murray Middle School rank in FL?
R J Murray Middle School ranks #934 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is R J Murray Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
R J Murray Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 R J Murray Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R J Murray Middle School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is R J Murray Middle School a charter school?
No, R J Murray Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R J Murray Middle School a Title I school?
No, R J Murray Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R J Murray Middle School?
54.0% of students at R J Murray Middle School 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 745
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Johns County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.3%
- Phone
- (904) 547-8470
Resources & Links
District
ST. JOHNS- District Enrollment
- 51,434
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,990
- District Rank
- #25 of 46
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