Very Good
#541 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 24% in state
Murphy Elem.
Elementary School · NORTHWEST R-I
2101 VALLEY DR, High Ridge, MO 63049
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#541 of 2,221
In High Ridge
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
NORTHWEST R-I
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Murphy Elem.
Elementary School in High Ridge · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Murphy Elem.
Murphy Elem. is a public elementary school in High Ridge, MO, part of NORTHWEST R-I. Murphy Elem. serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Murphy Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #541 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Murphy Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Murphy Elem. — Students at Murphy Elem. score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from MO 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: 9.2/10.
How Murphy Elem. Compares
See how Murphy Elem. 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
2101 VALLEY DR, High Ridge, MO 63049
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Murphy Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Fenton), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGH RIDGE ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MERAMEC HEIGHTS ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Arnold), with a very similar rating. For more schools in High Ridge, see our High Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRENNAN WOODS ELEM. High Ridge | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| WOODRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL High Ridge | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| MESSENGER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fenton | 1.8 mi | — |
| ROCKWOOD SOUTH MIDDLE Fenton | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| KELLISON ELEM. Fenton | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| BOWLES ELEM. Fenton | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ROCKWOOD SUMMIT SR. HIGH Fenton | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| STANTON ELEM. Fenton | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| HERITAGE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fenton | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| GEORGE GUFFEY ELEM. Fenton | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Fenton | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| HIGH RIDGE ELEM. High Ridge | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fenton | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| MERAMEC HEIGHTS ELEM. Arnold | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. Fenton | 3.8 mi | 8.7 |
| VALLEY PARK MIDDLE Valley Park | 4.7 mi | 9.2 |
| VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park | 4.7 mi | 4.1 |
| VALLEY PARK SR. HIGH Valley Park | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park | 4.8 mi | 5.9 |
| RIDGEWOOD MIDDLE Arnold | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63049 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,234
Median Home Value
$209,200
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
17,480
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
86.4%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
43
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUDER ELEM. St. Ann, MO | 7.5 |
| HENRY ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 7.5 |
| LAWSON ELEM. Florissant, MO | 7.5 |
| MCINTIRE ELEM. Fulton, MO | 7.5 |
| MORGAN CO. ELEM. Versailles, MO | 7.5 |
| MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maplewood, MO | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Murphy Elem.
What grades does Murphy Elem. serve?
Murphy Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Murphy Elem.?
Murphy Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Murphy Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Murphy Elem. is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Murphy Elem. rank in MO?
Murphy Elem. ranks #541 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Murphy Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Murphy Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Murphy Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Murphy Elem. a charter school?
No, Murphy Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Murphy Elem. a Title I school?
No, Murphy Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Murphy Elem.?
47.7% of students at Murphy Elem. 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
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (636) 326-0577
Resources & Links
District
NORTHWEST R-I- District Enrollment
- 5,900
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,515
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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