Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Murwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Murwood Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murwood Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#960 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murwood Elementary School's ranking?
Murwood Elementary School is ranked #960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Murwood Elementary School often compared to?
Murwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Heights Elementary School, Indian Valley Elementary School, Parkmead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Murwood Elementary School?
413 students attend Murwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Murwood Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murwood Elementary School?
Murwood Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Murwood Elementary School offer ?
Murwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Murwood Elementary School part of?
Murwood Elementary School is part of Walnut Creek Elementary School District.
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