Purdy Early Learning Center serves 37 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Purdy Early Learning Center is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
32%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
65%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Purdy Early Learning Center?
37 students attend Purdy Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Purdy Early Learning Center students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Purdy Early Learning Center?
Purdy Early Learning Center has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Purdy Early Learning Center offer ?
Purdy Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Purdy Early Learning Center part of?
Purdy Early Learning Center is part of Purdy R-II School District.
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