Very small government combined school in Ali Curung, Northern Territory; 24 enrolments, Years T–10.
Murray Downs School is also known as MDS Ali Curung.
Murray Downs School is a very small government combined school with approximately 24 students. It offers education for years T-10. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Murray Downs School is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities.
Murray Downs School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 4.8:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. The student attendance rate is 52%, which is below the national benchmark.
Murray Downs School is located in Ali Curung, NT, classified as a very remote school. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.