Alder Elementary School vs Patrick Lynch Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 651 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alder Elementary School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
340 students
Patrick Lynch Elementary
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
316 students
| Measure | Alder Elementary School Portland, Oregon | Patrick Lynch Elementary Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #651 of 678 | #561 of 678 |
| National rank | #48195 of 50,301 | #42579 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 340 | 316 |
| Enrollment | 340 | 316 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 97.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 31% |
| city | Portland | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Patrick Lynch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.6 vs 13.7).
- •Patrick Lynch Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 9%).
- •Patrick Lynch Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 14%).
- •Patrick Lynch Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.2% vs 98.8%).
- •Alder Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 15.0).
- •Alder Elementary School is the larger school with 340 students compared with 316.
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 Alder Elementary School better than Patrick Lynch Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Patrick Lynch Elementary ranks higher (23.6 vs 13.7 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 Alder Elementary School and Patrick Lynch Elementary?
About 651 m in a straight line, between Portland and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alder Elementary School: 340. Patrick Lynch Elementary: 316. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alder Elementary School and Patrick Lynch Elementary rank in Oregon?
Alder Elementary School is 651st of 678 and Patrick Lynch Elementary is 561st of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).