Limited Profile
Not enough data to generate a rating
Purdy Early Learning Center
School · PURDY R-II
201 GABBY GIBBONS DR, Purdy, MO 65734
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Purdy Early Learning Center
Purdy Early Learning Center is a public school in Purdy, MO, part of the PURDY R-II. The school serves approximately 37 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 18.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $54,418, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 37 students, Purdy Early Learning Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Purdy Early Learning Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 37 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Address
- 201 GABBY GIBBONS DR, Purdy, MO 65734
- Phone
- (417) 442-3216
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Purdy Early Learning Center Compares
See how Purdy Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
201 GABBY GIBBONS DR, Purdy, MO 65734
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Purdy Early Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE (rated 8.5/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Cassville). Another option is MONETT MIDDLE (rated 8.3/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Monett). Additionally, MONETT INTERMEDIATE (rated 7.3/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Monett). For more schools in Purdy, see our Purdy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PURDY ELEM. Purdy | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| PURDY HIGH Purdy | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Monett | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| OAKVIEW SCHOOL Monett | 7.4 mi | — |
| ST LAWRENCE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monett | 7.6 mi | 6.3 |
| MONETT ELEM. Monett | 7.6 mi | 6.7 |
| MONETT INTERMEDIATE Monett | 7.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Monett Early Childhood Center Monett | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MONETT HIGH Monett | 8.0 mi | 4.6 |
| MONETT MIDDLE Monett | 8.1 mi | 8.3 |
| CASSVILLE HIGH Cassville | 9.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Cassville | 9.4 mi | 8.5 |
| WHEATON HIGH Wheaton | 8.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CASSVILLE MIDDLE Cassville | 9.5 mi | 6.5 |
| WHEATON ELEM. Wheaton | 8.1 mi | 6.2 |
| EUNICE THOMAS ELEM. Cassville | 9.5 mi | 4.9 |
| EXETER ELEM. Exeter | 9.8 mi | 3.5 |
| EXETER HIGH Exeter | 9.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Pierce City | 10.0 mi | 4.9 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Pierce City | 10.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65734 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,418
Median Home Value
$170,700
Median Rent
$644/mo
Population
3,852
College Educated
15.6%
Homeownership
78.8%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
32.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Purdy Early Learning Center has a median household income of $54,418. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $170,700, with a median rent of $644/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.8%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Purdy Early Learning Center
What grades does Purdy Early Learning Center serve?
Purdy Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Purdy Early Learning Center?
Purdy Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Purdy Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Purdy Early Learning Center is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Purdy Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Purdy Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Purdy Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Purdy Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Purdy Early Learning Center?
59.5% of students at Purdy Early Learning Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (933/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 37
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Barry County
- Phone
- (417) 442-3216
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PURDY R-II- District Enrollment
- 604
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,152
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.