Overview

Murphy High is a public school in Murphy, NC, offering AP courses and a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 5 high schools in Cherokee County School District.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Murphy High is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in North Carolina with the same grade levels.
7/10
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Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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The best high schools offer advanced courses to all students, not a select few.

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College Success

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Students who are unprepared for college-level work may find themselves in costly remedial classes and are more likely to drop out of college. Successful high schools help kids find their passions and succeed after graduation.

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Advanced Courses

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Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this school how they ensure that students are well prepared.

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Test Scores

These scores reflect how well students at this school perform on state-required tests.
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Ask the school what it’s doing to help students who are behind. Understand what on-track learning looks like, and ask the school what it’s doing to accelerate progress for students.

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School


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Neighborhood

234 High School Circle
Murphy, NC 28906
School leader: Mr Thomas Graham
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Nearby Schools

  • 5 /10
    Murphy Middle
    0.09 miles
    Public district; 6-8
  • NA
    Marble After School
    0.23 miles
    Private; PK
  • NA
    Peachtree Elementary School Pre-K
    0.23 miles
    Private; PK
  • NA
    Pre-K In Murphy Elementary
    0.23 miles
    Private; PK
  • NA
    Andrews School Pre-K Center
    0.23 miles
    Private; PK
  • 7 /10
    Murphy Elementary
    1.07 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • NA
    Tlc Montessori Pre-School
    1.14 miles
    Private; PK
  • NA
    Murphy First Bapt Day Care
    1.67 miles
    Private; PK
  • NA
    Shepherd Academy
    2.5 miles
    Private; K-6
  • 8 /10
    Andrews Middle
    13.97 miles
    Public district; 6-8
  • 7 /10
    Hiwassee Dam Elementary/Middle
    11.83 miles
    Public district; PK, K-8
  • 7 /10
    Murphy Elementary
    1.07 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 7 /10
    Hayesville Elementary
    12.11 miles
    Public district; 3-5
  • 6 /10
    Hiwassee Dam High
    11.69 miles
    Public district; 9-12
  • 6 /10
    Tri-County Early Col
    3.72 miles
    Public district; 9-12
  • 6 /10
    Andrews Elementary
    12.73 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 5 /10
    Martins Creek Elementary/Mid
    5.71 miles
    Public district; PK, K-8
  • 5 /10
    Peachtree Elementary
    4.06 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5