Purcell Elementary School vs Willow Oak School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 5.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Purcell Elementary School
Mulberry · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
438 students
Willow Oak School
Mulberry · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
996 students
| Measure | Purcell Elementary School Mulberry, Florida | Willow Oak School Mulberry, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2112 of 2,187 | #2016 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #40233 of 50,301 | #36782 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 438 | 996 |
| Enrollment | 438 | 996 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.7% | 79% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | – |
| Math proficiency | 40% | – |
| city | Mulberry | Mulberry |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Willow Oak School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.8 vs 27.3).
- •Willow Oak School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79% vs 81.7%).
- •Willow Oak School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 18.3).
- •Willow Oak School is the larger school with 996 students compared with 438.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Purcell Elementary School better than Willow Oak School?
On the Success Index (US), Willow Oak School ranks higher (32.8 vs 27.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Purcell Elementary School and Willow Oak School?
About 5.4 km in a straight line, between Mulberry and Mulberry in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Purcell Elementary School: 438. Willow Oak School: 996. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Purcell Elementary School and Willow Oak School rank in Florida?
Purcell Elementary School is 2112th of 2,187 and Willow Oak School is 2016th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).