Murphy Elementary District

What Murphy Elementary District does

Murphy Elementary School District No. 21 is a public K-8 school district in Phoenix, Arizona, serving more than 900 students across two campuses: Jack L. Kuban Elementary School (capacity 650) and William R. Sullivan Elementary School. Founded on September 16, 1886, the district is governed by an elected five-member Governing Board led by President Guadalupe Gonzalez, with Superintendent Nathan Dettmar overseeing daily operations. The district provides comprehensive K-8 instruction covering core academics, athletics, leadership programs (National Junior Honor Society, Student Council), STEM activities (Robotics Club), and after-school enrichment, supported by 1:1 technology deployment across all grade levels and free breakfast, lunch, and after-school meals for every enrolled student through the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. Special programs include a full continuum of special education services, gifted education with ASU Project Excellence, McKinney-Vento homeless student assistance, Child Find early intervention screening, and International Baccalaureate affiliations.

Name

Murphy Elementary District

Legal name

Murphy Elementary School District No. 21

Website

https://msdaz.org

Company type

Public

Founded year

1886

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Murphy Elementary School District No. 21 is a public K-8 school district in Phoenix, Arizona serving over 900 students across two campuses, offering free meals, 1:1 technology, athletics, leadership programs, and enrichment through state and federal public funding.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-8 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Literacy & Numeracy Intervention (Reading/Math Support) (EDAJALAD), Specialized Programs & Classrooms (Autism, Emotional/Behavioral, Intellectual/Developmental, Multi-Disability) (EDAJAKAH)

Keywords

• K-8 public education
• Free school meals
• Student support services
• After-school enrichment
• Special education programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Phoenix

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Public School District Funding: As a public school district, Murphy ESD operates primarily on state and federal funding, including per-pupil state allocation, federal Title programs, and categorical funding for specific programs and services. Revenue comes from Arizona state tax revenues distributed per student, federal education funding through programs like Title I, and grants.
2. National School Lunch & Breakfast Program: The district participates in the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program, federally assisted meal programs administered through the Arizona Department of Education, providing free meals to all enrolled students.
3. Chartwells Dining Services Partnership: The district partners with Chartwells for food services management, with Sandra Ramirez serving as Director of Dining Services. This is a contracted food service relationship rather than direct district operation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Murphy Elementary School District operates a public K-8 school district delivering free academic instruction, enrichment, and student support services to over 900 students across two campuses in Phoenix, Arizona. Core offerings include full-day kindergarten, core academics, free daily meals (breakfast, lunch, after-school), 1:1 technology, athletics, leadership and after-school programs (NJHS, Student Council, Robotics, Tutoring, Boys & Girls Club), and student support services including Special Education, Gifted Education, McKinney-Vento, and Child Find.

Product overview

Murphy Elementary District is a two-school public school district (District No. 21) in Phoenix, Arizona serving over 900 students from kindergarten through 8th grade. The district operates two campuses: Jack L. Kuban Elementary School (capacity 650) and William R. Sullivan Elementary School. The district offers a comprehensive educational program combining core academics (English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Arts, Physical Education) with extensive extracurricular activities including athletics (flag football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, basketball, cheer), leadership programs (National Junior Honor Society, Student Council), and enrichment programs (Robotics Club, After-School Tutoring, Boys and Girls Club, Wake Up! Club). The district provides free meals (breakfast, lunch, after-school) to all students through the National School Lunch Program, and operates special education, gifted education, McKinney Vento homeless assistance, and Child Find early intervention programs. Additional services include a bi-weekly district newsletter and Arizona Tax Credit donation program. The district was established in 1886 and serves a diverse community with Open Enrollment available.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Jack L. Kuban Elementary School: Elementary school campus located at 3201 W Sherman St., Phoenix, serving students K-8.
• William R. Sullivan Elementary School

Products and services

• Jack L. Kuban Elementary School K-8 public school campus located at 3201 W Sherman St., Phoenix, AZ, with capacity for approximately 650 students. Offers athletics, robotics, and enrichment programs alongside core academics, free meals, and 1:1 technology.
• William R. Sullivan Elementary School K-8 public school campus located at 2 S 31st Ave., Phoenix, AZ. Part of the district's two-school network providing core academics, free meals, and enrichment programs.
• Free Meals Program District-wide nutrition program providing free breakfast (served in classrooms), free lunch, and free after-school meals to all enrolled students. Operates under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program administered by the Arizona Department of Education.
• Athletics Program Interscholastic athletics for students including flag football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, basketball, and cheer. Designed to build confidence, teamwork skills, and perseverance.
• After-School Tutoring One-on-one or small group academic support to help K-8 students master subjects, complete homework, and build study skills.
• Boys and Girls Club After-school partnership program providing a safe and engaging space for students to develop life skills and participate in enrichment activities in arts, STEM, leadership, and wellness.
• Wake Up! Club Before-school morning program engaging students in activities that boost confidence, social skills, and a positive mindset before the school day.
• Robotics Club Hands-on STEM program where students work in teams to design, build, and program robots, building coding, engineering, and problem-solving skills.
• National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) Leadership program celebrating academic excellence while emphasizing service, character, leadership, and citizenship. Students participate in community projects.
• Student Council Student government program where students develop leadership skills, represent peers, and organize school events.
• Be A Leader Foundation Community program offering workshops, mentorship, and projects that challenge students to step up, speak out, and create positive change in their communities.
• ASU Hispanic Mothers/Daughters Program Partnership program for young women to engage with families and communities, building confidence, cultural pride, and support networks.
• Special Education Services Full continuum of special education services including inclusion, resource, mainstream, self-contained, and out-of-district placement. Related services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech/language therapy, and counseling.
• Gifted Education Program Program for qualifying K-8 students developing unique leadership abilities and talents through enrichment activities, including MobyMax technology and ASU Project Excellence.
• McKinney-Vento Services Homeless education assistance providing equal access to free appropriate public education, transportation, free/reduced lunch, uniforms, eyeglasses, and after-school activities.
• Child Find Program Screening and identification program for children from 2 years 9 months old through 8th grade who may need special education services.
• Arizona Tax Credit Program Program allowing Arizona taxpayers to redirect state taxes to public schools as a dollar-for-dollar credit (up to $200 individual / $400 joint) to support extracurricular programs and activities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 900+ students served across two K-8 campuses
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ChartwellscoreOthersContracted food services provider managing breakfast, lunch, and after-school meal programs. Sandra Ramirez serves as Director of Dining Services. Cristina Levario manages Sullivan cafeteria and Ana Beltran manages Kuban cafeteria.
• Parsons Center for Pediatric Dentistry and OrthodonticsminorOthersCommunity partner providing dental and orthodontic services to students. Located at Phoenix, AZ 85009. Office: (602) 353-5435.
• Urban StrategiesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner providing Early Head Start program services. Located at 2020 W. Durango St., Office: (602) 353-5321.
• Booker T. WashingtonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEarly Head Start program partner supporting early childhood development services.
• Father MattersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership supporting father engagement in children's education and development. Office: (602) 774-3298.
• Plus One MinistryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing support services. Office: (602) 465-9624 / (602) 862-8264.
• Unlimited PotentialminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing resources and support to families. Office: (602) 305-4742.
• Phoenix Rescue MissionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing social services and support to families in need. Located at 1540 W. Van Buren St., Office: (602) 233-3000.
• Valley of the Sun United WayminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner mobilizing resources to support families and community wellbeing.
• St. Mary's FoodbankminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing food assistance resources. Located at 2831 N. 31st Ave., Office: (602) 242-3663.
• Teach For AmericaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational nonprofit partnership supporting teacher recruitment and educational excellence in Phoenix schools.
• Arizona Department of EducationcoreOthersState agency administering the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program at the state level. Federally assisted meal programs providing free meals to all enrolled students.
• Boys and Girls ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAfter-school program partner providing safe and engaging space for students to develop life skills and participate in enrichment activities.
• ASU Project ExcellenceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership program for gifted education enrichment activities.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Great Hearts Academies: Arizona charter network offering K-12 classical education that competes for open-enrolled students seeking enrichment and leadership programming similar to what Murphy ESD provides.
• BASIS Charter Schools: Well-known Arizona-based charter network competing with Murphy ESD for open-enrollment families through K-12 STEM-focused programming and accelerated academics.

Direct peers

• Alhambra Elementary School District: Phoenix-area public K-8 district with multiple campuses, similar Title I and free-meal eligibility dynamics, and comparable competition from charter schools under Arizona open enrollment.
• Laveen Elementary School District: Another small Phoenix-area public K-8 elementary school district operating under the same Arizona per-pupil funding model and serving a comparable community demographic profile — the closest structural peer to Murphy ESD.
• Balsz Elementary School District: Small Phoenix K-8 district with a comparable scale of enrollment and similar community-engagement focus, operating under identical Arizona funding constraints.
• Cartwright School District: West Phoenix K-8 district serving a comparable community demographic and dependent on the same Arizona funding formula, making it a direct operational benchmark.
• Roosevelt Elementary School District: Adjacent Phoenix K-8 district with similar small-scale, community-focused profile and dependence on Arizona state and federal funding for elementary-age students.
• Isaac Elementary School District: Small Phoenix K-8 district with overlapping Title I, English Language Learner, and free-meal program characteristics, directly competing for open-enrolled students.

Broad incumbents

• Phoenix Union High School District: Large Phoenix-area public district that receives Murphy ESD graduates for high school, representing both a downstream feeder relationship and the dominant secondary competitor in the market.

Others

• Teach For America - Phoenix: National nonprofit partner that places teachers in Murphy ESD and other Phoenix-area schools, providing a talent pipeline and curriculum development resource common across comparable peer districts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/MurphySchools21

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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