Murray Middle School is a junior high school and a former high school in Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States. The school is part of the Saint Paul 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ district. As of 2022 the principal is Jamin Mackenzie.
Serving 548 students in grades 6-8, Murray Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murray Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Murray Middle School's student population of 548 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Mascot
Pilots
School Rankings
Murray Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray Middle School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1454 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
26%
12%
White
31%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pilots
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray Middle School's ranking?
Murray Middle School is ranked #1454 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Murray Middle School often compared to?
Murray Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Cities Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Murray Middle School?
548 students attend Murray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Murray Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murray Middle School?
Murray Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Murray Middle School offer ?
Murray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murray Middle School part of?
Murray Middle School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Murray Middle School located?
Murray Middle School is located in the Saint Anthony Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 8 other public schools located in Saint Anthony Park.
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