There are about 570 students at Murray Manor Elementary, a public K–6 school in La Mesa. The student–teacher ratio is about 26:1. The campus reflects the racial and cultural diversity of the suburban community around it, and it encourages learning that includes everyone. Murray Manor Elementary helps kids do better in school by teaching them math and reading that meets standards and technology that works with other subjects. A good school has programs that get families involved, ways for students to learn more, and services to help them. Based on academic performance data, about 54% of students are proficient or better in math, and about 61% are proficient or better in reading. State and local public education funding helps pay for classroom instruction and student programs. The school is in a stable residential area that is known for being family-friendly, which means that the community is always involved in the school. Murray Manor Elementary is a good school for elementary students because it has good academic performance and a supportive learning environment, making it one of the best schools in California.