Puterbaugh Upper Elementary vs Will Rogers ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oklahoma, United States, 144 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Puterbaugh Upper Elementary
McAlester · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
378 students
Will Rogers ES
McAlester · Public elementary · Grades K–2
535 students
| Measure | Puterbaugh Upper Elementary McAlester, Oklahoma | Will Rogers ES McAlester, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #290 of 899 | #298 of 899 |
| National rank | #30661 of 50,301 | #30913 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–4 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 378 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 378 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.3% | 78.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 40% |
| Math proficiency | – | 50% |
| city | McAlester | McAlester |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (42.0 vs 41.6).
- •Puterbaugh Upper Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.3% vs 78.9%).
- •Will Rogers ES is the larger school with 535 students compared with 378.
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 Puterbaugh Upper Elementary better than Will Rogers ES?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Puterbaugh Upper Elementary and Will Rogers ES?
About 144 m in a straight line, between McAlester and McAlester in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Puterbaugh Upper Elementary: 378. Will Rogers ES: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Puterbaugh Upper Elementary and Will Rogers ES rank in Oklahoma?
Puterbaugh Upper Elementary is 290th of 899 and Will Rogers ES is 298th of 899 among elementary schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).