Auburn Elementary School vs Houck Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Auburn Elementary School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
592 students
Houck Middle School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
830 students
| Measure | Auburn Elementary School Salem, Oregon | Houck Middle School Salem, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #644 of 678 | #201 of 208 |
| National rank | #47810 of 50,301 | #14581 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 592 | 830 |
| Enrollment | 592 | 830 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.3% | 89% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 23.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 18% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.6 vs 14.9).
- •Auburn Elementary School does better on math proficiency (21% vs 18%).
- •Houck Middle School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 27%).
- •Auburn Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.3% vs 89%).
- •Auburn Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 23.1).
- •Houck Middle School is the larger school with 830 students compared with 592.
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 Auburn Elementary School better than Houck Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Auburn Elementary School and Houck Middle School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Auburn Elementary School: 592. Houck Middle School: 830. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Auburn Elementary School and Houck Middle School rank in Oregon?
Auburn Elementary School is 644th of 678 and Houck Middle School is 201st of 208 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).