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Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary

Scotia Union Elementary · Humboldt County · 417 Church Street, Scotia, CA 95565

(707) 764-2212 · scotiasd.hcoe.org

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8/10
#1290
Rank 1290 out of 5,722
Top 23%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1396 · 76th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1196 · 79th percentile
Science8/10 · #1386 · 75th percentile

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School Overview

Scotia is a small, tight-knit company town tucked along the Eel River in the redwoods of Humboldt County, and Murphy Elementary has the feel of a school where everyone knows your kids by name. Serving a K-8 community in one of California's most scenically remote corners, it punches well above its size with solid scores across English, math, and science — landing in the top quarter of schools statewide. Families who are drawn to a slower pace of life, outdoor adventure, and a genuinely connected school community will find a lot to love here.

Student Demographics

129 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
89 (69%)
Multiple Races
20 (16%)
Hispanic
11 (9%)
American Indian
7 (5%)
Other
2 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners4 (3%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged97 (75%)
Students with Disabilities25 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

187
Enrollment
10.7
Teachers (FTE)
17.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
13.7
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #5751 · 5th percentile

2 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found