MURPHY MIDDLE

www.pisd.edu

901 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Murphy Middle School is a highly regarded public school located in Murphy, Texas, serving as part of the Plano Independent School District (PISD). Situated at 620 N Murphy Rd, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and its supportive learning environment. It typically serves students in grades 6 through 8, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare adolescents for the transition to high school by fostering both intellectual growth and personal development.

Beyond academics, Murphy Middle School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, fine arts, and various student organizations. As a member of the Plano ISD, the school benefits from the district’s robust resources, experienced faculty, and strong community involvement. Families in the area frequently choose the school for its balanced approach to education, which prioritizes high standards of student achievement while cultivating a positive and inclusive school culture.

901

Total Students

57.4

Full-Time Teachers

15.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

19.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MURPHY MIDDLE
Demographic	Student Count
White	375
Hispanic	108
Black	77
Asian	291
Two or More	48
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
375 (41.6%)
Asian
291 (32.3%)
Hispanic
108 (12.0%)
Black
77 (8.5%)
Two or More
48 (5.3%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	PLANO ISD
Phone:	(469)752-7000
Website:	http://www.pisd.edu
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	901
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	57.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	153
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	23

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 281

Grade 7 305

Grade 8 315