Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Murwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Murwood Elementary School's student population of 451 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering innovative thinkers to positively impact the world around them with compassion and integrity.
School Rankings
Murwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murwood Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#960 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Walnut Creek Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murwood Elementary School's ranking?
Murwood Elementary School is ranked #960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Murwood Elementary School often compared to?
Murwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Valley Elementary School, Walnut Heights Elementary School, Parkmead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Murwood Elementary School?
451 students attend Murwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Murwood Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murwood Elementary School?
Murwood Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Murwood Elementary School offer ?
Murwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Murwood Elementary School part of?
Murwood Elementary School is part of Walnut Creek Elementary School District.
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