B+
Above Average
82/100

Murphy High

📚 09 – 12 🏫 High School
📍 234 High School Circle, Murphy, NC 28906
82
Repit Score
out of 100
433
Students
enrolled
15.5:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$17K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $16,832 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 234 High School Circle
City Murphy
ZIP Code 28906
District 3700780
NCES School ID 370078000323
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 28906

Understanding the community around Murphy High helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $49,426
Per Capita Income $29,918
Poverty Rate 10.3%
Households Earning $100K+ 17.6%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.2%
High School or Higher 92.1%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $201,100
Median Rent $813
Owner-Occupied 82.6%
Renter-Occupied 17.4%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Murphy High.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 82.5%
Hispanic/Latino 6.2%
Two or More Races 6.5%
Black 2.8%
Asian 0.9%
American Indian 1.2%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 433
Teachers (FTE) 28.0
Student:Teacher Ratio 15.5:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Murphy High?
Murphy High has a Repit School Score of 82 out of 100, earning a grade of B+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Murphy High?
Murphy High has 433 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.5:1.
What grades does Murphy High serve?
Murphy High serves grades 09 – 12 and is classified as a High School. This is a public school.
How much funding does Murphy High receive per student?
Murphy High receives $16,832 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Murphy High in 28906 ▼
Avg Home Value
$279,159
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,650
1-Year Change
+0.2%
% Renters
17.4%

Other Schools in 28906

A

Ranger Elementary/Middle

Pre-K – 08 • School
Repit Score 88/100
A

Murphy Elementary

Pre-K – 05 • Elementary
Repit Score 87/100
A

Hiwassee Dam Elementary/Middle

Pre-K – 08 • School
Repit Score 85/100
A

Hiwassee Dam High

09 – 12 • High School
Repit Score 85/100
B+

Murphy Middle

06 – 08 • Middle
Repit Score 84/100
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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026