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#549 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 12% in state

Murray Avenue School

Elementary School · MAMARONECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

250 MURRAY AVE, Larchmont, NY 10538

Enrollment

712

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#549 of 4,742

In Larchmont

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

MAMARONECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Murray Avenue School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Larchmont · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Murray Avenue School

Murray Avenue School is a public elementary school in Larchmont, NY, part of MAMARONECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Murray Avenue School serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Murray Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #549 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Murray Avenue School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+32.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17 pts
Overall Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,786
Chronic Absenteeism8.1%

Murray Avenue School — Students at Murray Avenue School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

1.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 85.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 82.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
85%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2021*
Math
88%
ELA
90.3%
2022
Math
86.4%
ELA
77.9%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Murray Avenue School Compares

See how Murray Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
88th percentile in NY
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
2%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

Location

250 MURRAY AVE, Larchmont, NY 10538

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Murray Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. QUAKER RIDGE SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHATSWORTH AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby New Rochelle), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Larchmont, see our Larchmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SS JOHN & PAUL SCHOOL Larchmont 0.4 mi 4.9
HENRY BARNARD SCHOOL New Rochelle 0.9 mi 5.8
CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont 0.9 mi 7.7
CHATSWORTH AVENUE SCHOOL Larchmont 1.0 mi 8.2
MAMARONECK HIGH SCHOOL Mamaroneck 1.0 mi 8.7
HOMMOCKS SCHOOL Larchmont 1.1 mi 8.1
ALBERT LEONARD MIDDLE SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.0 mi 7.0
HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.3 mi 8.1
WILLIAM B WARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.4 mi 6.6
QUAKER RIDGE SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.8 mi 9.3
SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.9 mi 6.3
MAMARONECK AVENUE SCHOOL Mamaroneck 1.6 mi 4.9
FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF NEW YORK Mamaroneck 1.7 mi 7.6
IONA PREPARATORY LOWER SCHOOL New Rochelle 2.1 mi 6.3
THE URSULINE SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.9 mi 6.2
NEW ROCHELLE HIGH SCHOOL New Rochelle 2.0 mi 7.0
IONA PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Rochelle 2.2 mi 4.9
WESTCHESTER TORAH ACADEMY New Rochelle 2.3 mi 7.6
F E BELLOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mamaroneck 2.0 mi 8.1
GEORGE M DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle 2.4 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$186,555

Median Home Value

$1,185,300

Median Rent

$2,115/mo

Population

17,709

College Educated

82%

Homeownership

78.3%

Avg Commute

39.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Median Age

41.5

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ACADEMY OF ARTS AND LETTERS Brooklyn, NY 8.2
BAYVIEW AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport, NY 8.2
BIRCH SCHOOL Merrick, NY 8.2
CHATSWORTH AVENUE SCHOOL Larchmont, NY 8.2
CHILDREN'S LAB SCHOOL (THE) Long Island City, NY 8.2
FONDA-FULTONVILLE K-4 SCHOOL Fonda, NY 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Murray Avenue School

What grades does Murray Avenue School serve?

Murray Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Murray Avenue School?

Murray Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Murray Avenue School?

The student-teacher ratio at Murray Avenue School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Murray Avenue School rank in NY?

Murray Avenue School ranks #549 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Murray Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?

Murray Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Murray Avenue School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Murray Avenue School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Murray Avenue School a charter school?

No, Murray Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Murray Avenue School a Title I school?

No, Murray Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Murray Avenue School?

1.7% of students at Murray Avenue 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
1.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

District

MAMARONECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,565
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,786
District Rank
#3 of 6

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