MURCHISON MIDDLE SCHOOL
MURCHISON MIDDLE is a public middle school that is part of the AUSTIN ISD school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 1,392 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 89 teachers, MURCHISON MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
MURCHISON MIDDLE School, located in the Northwest Hills neighborhood of Austin, Texas, is a well-regarded campus within the Austin Independent School District (AISD). Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is known for its strong academic focus, a diverse array of extracurricular activities, and a dedicated teaching staff. Murchison emphasizes a well-rounded education, offering a variety of elective courses that include fine arts, athletics, and technology-based programs, which allow students to explore their personal interests while preparing for the rigor of high school.
The school community is often characterized by its active parent involvement and a supportive environment that prioritizes both social-emotional development and academic achievement. Situated in a suburban area of North Austin, Murchison benefits from a stable surrounding community and provides a range of specialized programs, such as Gifted and Talented (GT) services and various support systems to meet the needs of a diverse student population. Overall, it is widely viewed as a foundational middle school experience that leverages its community resources to foster student growth and preparedness for the transition to high school.
For more information, contact MURCHISON MIDDLE at (512) 414-3254 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AUSTIN, TX 78731-3092
(512) 414-3254
MURCHISON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in AUSTIN, TX with about 1,392 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- AUSTIN ISD
- Total Students:
- 1,392
- Teachers:
- 89.88
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 1,392 students
- White
- 50.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 29.7%
- Asian
- 8.5%
- Two or more races
- 6.3%
- Black or African American
- 4.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.9%
- Male
- 50.1%
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.