Excellent
#202 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 10% in state
Murray Park Elementary
Elementary School · Ripon Area School District
PO Box 991, Ripon, WI 54971
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#202 of 2,105
In Ripon
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
Ripon Area School District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Murray Park Elementary
Elementary School in Ripon · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Murray Park Elementary
Murray Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Ripon, WI, part of Ripon Area School District. Murray Park Elementary serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Murray Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #202 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Murray Park Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 152 students, Murray Park 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.
Score Breakdown
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Murray Park Elementary — Students at Murray Park Elementary score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI 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 Murray Park Elementary Compares
See how Murray Park Elementary 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
PO Box 991, Ripon, WI 54971
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Murray Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Quest Charter School (rated 9.3/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Green Lake Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Green Lake), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brandon Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Brandon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ripon, see our Ripon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Quest Charter School Ripon | 0.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Ripon High Ripon | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Ripon Middle Ripon | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Odyssey Academy of Virtual Learning Ripon | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Journey Ripon | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Barlow Park Charter School Ripon | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Lake | 5.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Green Lake Elementary Green Lake | 6.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Green Lake High Green Lake | 6.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Brandon Elementary Brandon | 9.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Clay Lamberton Elementary Berlin | 9.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Berlin Middle Berlin | 9.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Berlin | 9.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Berlin High Berlin | 9.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Berlin | 9.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Laconia High Rosendale | 8.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Rosendale Primary Rosendale | 8.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Rosendale-Brandon Middle Rosendale | 9.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Rosendale Intermediate Rosendale | 9.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Patch Elementary Omro | 13.3 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54971 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,914
Median Home Value
$182,800
Median Rent
$708/mo
Population
10,783
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
44.9
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| Iron River Elementary Iron River, WI | 8.6 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL De Pere, WI | 8.6 |
| Pepin Elementary Pepin, WI | 8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Murray Park Elementary
What grades does Murray Park Elementary serve?
Murray Park Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Murray Park Elementary?
Murray Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Murray Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Murray Park Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Murray Park Elementary rank in WI?
Murray Park Elementary ranks #202 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Murray Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Murray Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Murray Park Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Murray Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Murray Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Murray Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Murray Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Murray Park Elementary?
50.7% of students at Murray Park 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 152
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Fond du Lac County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (920) 748-4695
Resources & Links
District
Ripon Area School District- District Enrollment
- 1,654
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,493
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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