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Murwood Elementary

2050 Vanderslice Ave., Walnut Creek, CA, 94596

Top 10% School in California

Ranked 407 of 6840 in California

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About Murwood Elementary

Murwood Elementary is found at 2050 Vanderhoof Drive in the Murwood region. Enrollment is 356 students in grades K-5 with a student–teacher ratio of 22:1. Math proficiency scores are 72% and reading proficiency is 67%. The gender mix is 52% male and 48% female students. The environment is characterized by a cooperative and responsible atmosphere. Students are expected to arrive ready to engage with different topics on a daily basis. The school culture rewards persistence and careful attention to detail in all tasks. High standards of conduct are visible across all areas of the campus during the day. Staff members prioritize a safe and inclusive culture across all grade levels on campus. This site is designed to support the academic and emotional needs of a growing student body. Property values in this neighborhood range from $1,100,000 to $1,750,000. Families value the approachability of the staff and the helpfulness of the school counselors. Parent reviews often focus on the academic confidence their children gain while attending this school. Neighborhood families suggest that the school is a safe and reliable place for children to grow. This campus is one of the best elementary schools in California.

Murwood Elementary Contact Information

Address

2050 Vanderslice Ave., Walnut Creek, CA, 94596

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Phone

(925) 943-2462

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 72%
Reading 67%
State average proficiency is 72% in Math and 67% in Reading.
19
Full-time Teachers
22 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
413
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 407 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Murwood Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM – 2:40 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 52.3%
Asian 15.74%
Hispanic 15.74%
Black 1.45%
Two+ Races 14.29%
Native Am. 0%
White
52.3%
Asian
15.74%
Hispanic
15.74%
Black
1.45%
Two+ Races
14.29%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 413
42.86%
177 Female
57.14%
236 Male

Student Population

413 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Murwood Elementary is showing off its students' creativity through its recent "Design Thinking" workshop, where students came up with creative ways to solve problems in the classroom. This month, the school community is taking part in the district's "Green Schools" program by starting a new composting program on all of its campuses. On Wednesdays, teachers are working together to improve their teaching methods for the last trimester of the school year.

FAQ

Q1. What are the "Design Thinking" workshops at Murwood Elementary?

Ans. Every day, students come up with creative ways to solve problems in the classroom using a framework that focuses on innovation to help them improve their critical thinking skills.

Q2. Is there a composting program at Murwood Elementary?

Ans. As part of the district's goals, the school has a composting program that covers the whole campus. This is meant to encourage environmental stewardship and cut down on waste.

Q3. How do the teachers at Murwood Elementary work together to teach?

Ans. Staff use modified Wednesdays to improve their teaching methods and look at student data for the last academic trimester.

Q4. What is the tradition of school spirit at Murwood Elementary?

Ans. Every Friday is a spirit day when students wear school shirts to show their pride in the campus.

Q5. Is there a physical education teacher at Murwood Elementary?

Ans. Every week, certified teachers lead sessions for all grade levels that focus on motor development and building healthy habits for life.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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