Charles Q Murphree Pk-8 serves 846 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Q Murphree Pk-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charles Q Murphree Pk-8's student population of 846 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
846 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Charles Q Murphree Pk-8 is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
90%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
5%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Charles Q Murphree Pk-8?
846 students attend Charles Q Murphree Pk-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Charles Q Murphree Pk-8 students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Q Murphree Pk-8?
Charles Q Murphree Pk-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles Q Murphree Pk-8 offer ?
Charles Q Murphree Pk-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Charles Q Murphree Pk-8 part of?
Charles Q Murphree Pk-8 is part of El Paso Independent School District.
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