Murray Middle School

Murray Middle School serves 669 students in grades 4 through 8 in Murray, Kentucky, and stands out as one of the state's top-performing middle schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranking 66th out of 1,288 Kentucky schools, the school consistently demonstrates academic excellence that places it in the 95th percentile statewide. The school's strong academic performance is evident in its test results, with 66% of students achieving proficiency or above in math and 62% reaching proficiency in English Language Arts and reading.

These impressive outcomes are supported by a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.2 to 1, with 44 full-time equivalent teachers providing instruction across the grade levels. Murray Middle School operates as a regular public school in Calloway County, serving a diverse community where the median household income is $46,304 and about one-third of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The school's location at 801 Main Street places it at the heart of Murray, a town of over 30,000 residents where the median home value is $177,700, reflecting a stable community that values education and student achievement.