Keller El vs Purcell El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 756 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Keller El
Brownsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
537 students
Purcell El
Abilene · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
537 students
| Measure | Keller El Brownsville, Texas | Purcell El Abilene, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1602 of 4,686 | #3764 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #23112 of 50,301 | #39084 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 537 | 537 |
| Enrollment | 537 | 537 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.8% | 80.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 37% |
| city | Brownsville | Abilene |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Keller El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.9 vs 29.2).
- •Keller El does better on math proficiency (61% vs 37%).
- •Keller El does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 33%).
- •Purcell El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.4% vs 85.8%).
- •Keller El does better on students per teacher (14.9 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 Keller El better than Purcell El?
On the Success Index (US), Keller El ranks higher (52.9 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 Keller El and Purcell El?
About 756 km in a straight line, between Brownsville and Abilene in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Keller El: 537. Purcell El: 537. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Keller El and Purcell El rank in Texas?
Keller El is 1602nd of 4,686 and Purcell El is 3764th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).