Ira A Murphy Elementary School

2025-2026 Was the 1st and last year for two of my children. The experience from most teachers was horrible, I had to constantly make appointments with not only the teachers but the principal. On top of it not all teachers respond unless I cc the rest. They run classes very strictly, yet the teachers themselves need more training. Kids are there to learn and not feel they are in some type of boot camp and hate going. I have a gifted child that I was told he would continue his gifted classes and they took a while to even put him. After several times of me continuously reaching out, and even then the teacher only would give him a sheet to do. In my opinion they didn’t provide the correct gifted program I was told about. I’m glad I am a parent that is involved with my children education and recommend everyone to do the same.

I had my son in Alta Loma many years ago and after moving away we are now back in the community, and although this is not our home base school I made it a priority to now have my daughter attending. I had the most amazing experience with my son that I wanted my daughter to experience it as well. All of the teachers and staff have been so incredibly supportive with helping give her the best experience. I would highly recommend this school to anyone moving into the area.

The principal Mrs. LoPresto and assistant principal Mrs. Mendez are a champion for the kids. Firm but fair and supportive of the students. The multiple years that my 2 students attended this school class sizes have been 27/1 and up to 34/1 in this last school year. The special education program is exceptional. I never had to fight to get an accommodation, rather they offered accommodations and solutions in IEP meetings. The classroom management was often problematic because of class size. There are some great teachers there who have great hearts and care for their students. Overall it’s a good school that’s just underfunded due to being a title one school.

This school use to be great. I have 3 kids, 2 went from start to finish, my 3rd is almost done and it can not come soon enough. The teachers struggle with support. There is no training for teachers in special education. The ladies in the front reception are great, but otherwise it's gone so down hill. There is no consequences from admin if you bully other kids. So much infact they will bully you personally as a parent. Sadly there isnt much around this area for schooling options so best of luck if you buy a house in the area. Peoria unified as a whole is a disaster.

This school will have your child signing contacts without parents consent and won’t tell parents until after the fact. I had to take my children out of this school and get a variance to put them into school elsewhere. I do not recommend this school. If I could give ZERO stars I would.