Serving 320 students in grades 6-8, Purcell Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Purcell Junior High School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Purcell Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purcell Junior High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#761 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
33%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
45%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purcell Junior High School's ranking?
Purcell Junior High School is ranked #761 out of 1,680 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Purcell Junior High School?
320 students attend Purcell Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Purcell Junior High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Purcell Junior High School?
Purcell Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Purcell Junior High School offer ?
Purcell Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Purcell Junior High School part of?
Purcell Junior High School is part of Purcell School District.
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