Serving 465 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary Purcell Elementary School serves the western part of Sedro Woolley, WA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 13.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest areas located around 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary Purcell Elementary School's student population of 465 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mary Purcell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Purcell Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1778 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
39%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
50%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
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 #1778 out of 2,088 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mary Purcell Elementary School?
465 students attend Mary Purcell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mary Purcell Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Purcell Elementary School?
Mary Purcell Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mary Purcell Elementary School offer ?
Mary Purcell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
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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