Serving 154 students in grades 6-12, Murray Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murray Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Murray Jr/sr High School's student population of 154 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murray Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray Jr/sr High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Murray Jr/sr High School is ranked #559 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Murray Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Murray Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Murray Jr/sr High School?
154 students attend Murray Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Murray Jr/sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murray Jr/sr High School?
Murray Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Murray Jr/sr High School offer ?
Murray Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Murray Jr/sr High School part of?
Murray Jr/sr High School is part of Murray Comm School District.
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