MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MURPHY ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in GRAND RAPIDS, MN with about 341 students offering grade levels from 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 20 teachers, MURPHY ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

MURPHY ELEMENTARY School is a public school located in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and serves as part of the Independent School District 318. Situated at 822 NE 5th Ave, the school is dedicated to providing foundational education for students in the local community. As a key component of the Grand Rapids educational system, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of essential social skills during a child’s formative years.

The school operates under the broader mission of ISD 318, which prioritizes student success, community engagement, and the preparation of students for future academic challenges. Families interested in specific curriculum details, enrollment information, or extracurricular programming can access resources and contact information through the district’s official website at http://www.isd318.org. By aligning its programs with district-wide standards, MURPHY ELEMENTARY strives to ensure that its students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for success as they transition to middle school.

For more information, contact MURPHY ELEMENTARY at (218) 327-5880 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.