Perkins-Tryon HS vs Purcell HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Oklahoma, United States, 110 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Perkins-Tryon HS
Perkins · Public high · Grades 9–12
454 students
Purcell HS
Purcell · Public high · Grades 9–12
438 students
| Measure | Perkins-Tryon HS Perkins, Oklahoma | Purcell HS Purcell, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #98 of 409 | #91 of 409 |
| National rank | #12206 of 16,910 | #11873 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 454 | 438 |
| Enrollment | 454 | 438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 51.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| city | Perkins | Purcell |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Purcell HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.4 vs 35.0).
- •Purcell HS does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Perkins-Tryon HS does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Perkins-Tryon HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 51.6%).
- •Purcell HS does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 18.2).
- •Perkins-Tryon HS is the larger school with 454 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 Perkins-Tryon HS better than Purcell HS?
On the Success Index (US), Purcell HS ranks higher (36.4 vs 35.0 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 Perkins-Tryon HS and Purcell HS?
About 110 km in a straight line, between Perkins and Purcell in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Perkins-Tryon HS: 454. Purcell HS: 438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Perkins-Tryon HS and Purcell HS rank in Oklahoma?
Perkins-Tryon HS is 98th of 409 and Purcell HS is 91st of 409 among high schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).