Adams ES vs Puterbaugh Upper Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oklahoma, United States, 175 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams ES
Oklahoma City · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
378 students
Puterbaugh Upper Elementary
McAlester · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
378 students
| Measure | Adams ES Oklahoma City, Oklahoma | Puterbaugh Upper Elementary McAlester, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #853 of 899 | #290 of 899 |
| National rank | #49516 of 50,301 | #30661 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 3–4 |
| Students | 378 | 378 |
| Enrollment | 378 | 378 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 73.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 9% | – |
| Math proficiency | 9% | – |
| city | Oklahoma City | McAlester |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Puterbaugh Upper Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.0 vs 9.7).
- •Puterbaugh Upper Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.3% vs 98.7%).
- •Puterbaugh Upper Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.1).
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 Adams ES better than Puterbaugh Upper Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Puterbaugh Upper Elementary ranks higher (42.0 vs 9.7 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 Adams ES and Puterbaugh Upper Elementary?
About 175 km in a straight line, between Oklahoma City and McAlester in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams ES: 378. Puterbaugh Upper Elementary: 378. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams ES and Puterbaugh Upper Elementary rank in Oklahoma?
Adams ES is 853rd of 899 and Puterbaugh Upper Elementary is 290th of 899 among elementary schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).