DR. CHARLES E. MURPHY SCHOOL

Dr. Charles E. Murphy School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Montville School District school district, located in Oakdale, CT with about 324 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 24 teachers, Dr. Charles E. Murphy School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

The Dr. Charles E. Murphy School, located in Oakdale, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. It is part of the Montville Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of Dr. Charles E. Murphy, who served as a dedicated superintendent for the Montville school system, reflecting the district’s commitment to community legacy and academic leadership.

The school is known for its focus on creating a supportive and collaborative learning environment for young learners. It emphasizes foundational academic skills while fostering social-emotional development through various enrichment programs. As a community-centered institution, Dr. Charles E. Murphy School frequently engages families and local stakeholders to support student growth, aiming to prepare children for a successful transition into the middle school level within the Montville district.

For more information, contact Dr. Charles E. Murphy School at (860) 848-9241 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.