Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mary Purcell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Purcell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mary Purcell Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Purcell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Purcell Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1055 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)57%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
37%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
58%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Purcell Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Purcell Elementary School is ranked #1055 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mary Purcell Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Purcell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Mary Purcell Elementary School?
379 students attend Mary Purcell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mary Purcell Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Purcell Elementary School?
Mary Purcell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mary Purcell Elementary School offer ?
Mary Purcell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mary Purcell Elementary School part of?
Mary Purcell Elementary School is part of Sedro-Woolley School District.
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