MARTIN MURPHY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Martin Murphy Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Morgan Hill Unified school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 736 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 30 teachers, Martin Murphy Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Martin Murphy Middle School is a public middle school located in the Santa Teresa neighborhood of San Jose, California, serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Morgan Hill Unified School District. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional growth during the critical middle school years. Its location in a quiet residential area provides a focused setting for students as they transition from elementary school to the more complex requirements of secondary education.

The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to prepare students for high school success, typically including core subjects like English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and history, along with various elective opportunities. Martin Murphy is recognized for its community-oriented approach, often prioritizing collaborative efforts between teachers, parents, and students to enhance the learning experience. While specific programs can evolve, the school generally aims to balance traditional classroom instruction with extracurricular activities and technology integration to ensure students are well-rounded and prepared for the challenges of 21st-century learning.

For more information, contact Martin Murphy Middle at (408) 201-6260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

141 Avenida Espana
San Jose, CA 95139-1164
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MARTIN MURPHY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in San Jose, CA with about 736 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
736
Teachers:
30.51
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 736 students

Hispanic/Latino
45.7%
White
27.3%
Asian
19.7%
Two or more races
4.1%
Black or African American
2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

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.