Serving 310 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 22% (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 14:1 is lower than 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 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Purcell JHS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Purcell, OK, covering approximately 41.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Purcell Junior High School's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Purcell Junior High 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 Junior High School is 0.68, 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
#773 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
30%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purcell Junior High School's ranking?
Purcell Junior High School is ranked #773 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?
22% 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?
310 students attend Purcell Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Purcell Junior High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Purcell Junior High School?
Purcell Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than 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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