Garfield El vs Purcell El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 534 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garfield El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
537 students
Purcell El
Abilene · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
537 students
| Measure | Garfield El Houston, Texas | Purcell El Abilene, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3465 of 4,686 | #3764 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #36975 of 50,301 | #39084 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 537 | 537 |
| Enrollment | 537 | 537 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.5% | 80.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| city | Houston | Abilene |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garfield El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.4 vs 29.2).
- •Purcell El does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Garfield El does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Purcell El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.4% vs 87.5%).
- •Garfield El does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.8).
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 Garfield El better than Purcell El?
On the Success Index (US), Garfield El ranks higher (32.4 vs 29.2 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 Garfield El and Purcell El?
About 534 km in a straight line, between Houston and Abilene in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garfield El: 537. Purcell El: 537. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garfield El and Purcell El rank in Texas?
Garfield El is 3465th of 4,686 and Purcell El is 3764th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).