Serving 328 students in grades 3-5, Purcell Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Purcell Intermediate School serves the entire district of Purcell, OK, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 41.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Purcell Intermediate School's student population of 328 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Purcell Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purcell Intermediate School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#576 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
27%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
50%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purcell Intermediate School's ranking?
Purcell Intermediate School is ranked #576 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Purcell Intermediate School?
328 students attend Purcell Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Purcell Intermediate School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Purcell Intermediate School?
Purcell Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Purcell Intermediate School offer ?
Purcell Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Purcell Intermediate School part of?
Purcell Intermediate School is part of Purcell School District.
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