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Murrayville Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 624 students

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Posted September 18, 2011

Don't let the grade on this school fool you. Murrayville Elementary School is a Great school! I have had my children here for 3 years now and have had all wonderful teachers. Dr. Dulcos makes you feel right at home, with her welcoming smile whenever she sees a parent or student. This school has given my children just as good of an education. Our family is proud to say "we go to Murrayville!!" Thank you to ALL of the staff at Murrayville Elementary School. Kathy C. (proud parent)
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 23, 2010

This is a great school, it is safe and there are high learning expectations for every child. Great teaching staff and administration!


Posted September 4, 2009

Murrayville is the best! Dr. Duclos (the Principal) has hand picked the best staff any school could offer. The faculty is warm, energetic and totally in-tune with the students and parents. I thought that having male art and music teachers would putt off my two daughters but they too are fun loving and caring teachers and my kids warmed right up to them. The Principal and all of the faculty and staff are completely approachable and take the cares of the students and parents very seriously. They have fresh reward system that inspires kids and the Mariner Pledge says it all! It is too bad that being a newer school and having one bad year (testing) can pull down the Great Schools score so low - it does not reflect the excellent learning experiences my students have had. Go Mariners!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 12, 2009

I am thrilled to have my child at this school as every staff member is outstanding. Dr. Duclos is an outstanding leader and principal; she is friendly, caring, knows the children, opens car doors and it there for everybody. The school delivers quality instruction at all times.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 12, 2009

Murrayville is an outstanding school. The principal has done a great job organizing such a big school. She is a great leader who cares about the children. She knows instruction and knows what is best for her students. She is a wonderful communicator and keeps everyone informed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 12, 2009

Wow, this is an outstanding school in everyway! The principal is fantastic and the teachers are highly trained and friendly. They understand how to relate to children and have created an outstanding learning environment. Great leadership!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 12, 2009

Murrayville is an outstanding school and Dr. Duclos is a wonderful principal. She knows her children and works with 'every' child to increase achievement. She cares about instruction and ensures quality instruction at all times. She has hired outstanding teachers who treat children with dignity and clearly understand diversity.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 2, 2008

Murrayville Elementary is a fantastic school. The staff is passionate about educating the children as well as providing an enriching and nuturing environment for them. Everyday the faculty and staff go above and beyond what is required of them. Our family is truly blessed to be at Murrayville.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 21, 2008

Both of my kids go to this school one in the first grade the other in the fourth grade. Excellent in every area of education for me. Both of my kids love going to this school and they have a great staff. Everyone there seems to honestly care about my childrens education and there well being. This makes me want to participate as much as I can during the School year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 2, 2008

I think that this is a great school overall. We are a military and the staff and students made it easier for my son to adjust. Most of the teachers seem pretty nice and are helpful. The office staff and nurse are awesome! Mr. Tracy was one of the best asst. principals ever and we hated to see him go. He was such a positive male role model for the students. My son has had a great 2 years there. I like the fact that the teachers he had challenged him! He was an A/B student when we first moved here but now he is an A+ student. I would like to see more diversity in the schools (teachers or administration). I also would love to see more programs honoring/celebrating black history.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 13, 2006

Terrific, outstanding teaching staff and administration. I am very pleased with the quality of instruction and the positive school climate.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 3, 2006

This is wonderful. The administration and staff are extremely friendly and helpful. They are there for the children. Help is available if needed. We are military and this is one of the best schools are children have gone too!
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

117 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
76%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

117 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
63%

2009

 
 
61%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

94 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

94 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
62%

2009

 
 
63%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2012.

100 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
78%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

100 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
66%

2009

 
 
60%
Science

The state average for Science was 76% in 2012.

100 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
52%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students86%
Female88%
Male83%
Black75%
Asiann/a
Hispanic88%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Students with disabilities42%
Non-disabled students91%
Limited English proficiency83%
Proficient in English86%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students67%
Female70%
Male63%
Black35%
Asiann/a
Hispanic77%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White71%
Economically disadvantaged61%
Not economically disadvantaged73%
Students with disabilities17%
Non-disabled students72%
Limited English proficiency67%
Proficient in English67%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students90%
Female92%
Male88%
Black82%
Asiann/a
Hispanic71%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilities50%
Non-disabled students94%
Limited English proficiency71%
Proficient in English92%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students76%
Female83%
Male67%
Black55%
Asiann/a
Hispanic43%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged68%
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Students with disabilities25%
Non-disabled students80%
Limited English proficiency29%
Proficient in English79%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students89%
Female87%
Male91%
Black73%
Asiann/a
Hispanic>95%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Students with disabilities42%
Non-disabled students>95%
Limited English proficiency>95%
Proficient in English88%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students72%
Female72%
Male72%
Black47%
Asiann/a
Hispanic73%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White78%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged66%
Students with disabilities8%
Non-disabled students81%
Limited English proficiency40%
Proficient in English74%
Academically gifted94%

Science

All Students91%
Female94%
Male89%
Black60%
Asiann/a
Hispanic93%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Students with disabilities50%
Non-disabled students>95%
Limited English proficiency80%
Proficient in English92%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 63% 54%
Black 25% 31%
Hispanic 10% 11%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 39%N/A34%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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225 Mabee Way
Wilmington, NC 28411
Phone: (919) 790-5067

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