MARY T. MURPHY SCHOOL

Mary T. Murphy School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Branford School District school district, located in Branford, CT with about 388 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 36 teachers, Mary T. Murphy School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mary T. Murphy School is a public elementary school located in Branford, Connecticut, serving students in grades Pre-K through 4. As part of the Branford Public Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school is known for its community-oriented atmosphere, where faculty and staff work collaboratively with families to provide a well-rounded educational experience that encourages students to become curious, lifelong learners.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, integrating core academic subjects with enrichment opportunities that help prepare children for their future educational journeys. With a focus on character development and student engagement, Mary T. Murphy School utilizes a variety of teaching strategies to challenge students while ensuring they feel safe and valued. By maintaining a strong partnership with the local community, the school strives to provide the resources and environment necessary for every student to achieve their full potential.

For more information, contact Mary T. Murphy School at (203) 483-1832 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

14 Brushy Plain Rd.
Branford, CT 06405-6001
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MARY T. MURPHY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Branford, CT with about 388 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
388
Teachers:
36.1
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 388 students

White
67.0%
Asian
13.1%
Hispanic/Latino
9.8%
Black or African American
4.9%
Two or more races
4.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.