Charles B Murphy School serves 100 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 26% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
100 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
26%
47%
White
74%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Charles B Murphy School?
100 students attend Charles B Murphy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Charles B Murphy School students are White, and 26% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles B Murphy School?
Charles B Murphy School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charles B Murphy School offer ?
Charles B Murphy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Charles B Murphy School part of?
Charles B Murphy School is part of Hancock County School District.
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