Benson Polytechnic High School vs Harriet Tubman Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benson Polytechnic High School
Portland · Public high · Grades 9–12
896 students
Harriet Tubman Middle School
Portland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
329 students
| Measure | Benson Polytechnic High School Portland, Oregon | Harriet Tubman Middle School Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #32 of 215 | #108 of 208 |
| National rank | #6836 of 16,910 | #10061 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 896 | 329 |
| Enrollment | 896 | 329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42% | 41.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 24% |
| city | Portland | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benson Polytechnic High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.8 vs 38.9).
- •Benson Polytechnic High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Benson Polytechnic High School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 35%).
- •Harriet Tubman Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.9% vs 42%).
- •Harriet Tubman Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.4).
- •Benson Polytechnic High School is the larger school with 896 students compared with 329.
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 Benson Polytechnic High School better than Harriet Tubman Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Benson Polytechnic High School ranks higher (55.8 vs 38.9 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 Benson Polytechnic High School and Harriet Tubman Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Portland and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benson Polytechnic High School: 896. Harriet Tubman Middle School: 329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benson Polytechnic High School and Harriet Tubman Middle School rank in Oregon?
Benson Polytechnic High School is 32nd of 215 and Harriet Tubman Middle School is 108th of 208 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).