Buff Elementary School vs St Marys Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 141 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buff Elementary School
Madras · Public elementary · Grades K–5
297 students
St Marys Public School
Mt Angel · Public elementary · Grades K–5
296 students
| Measure | Buff Elementary School Madras, Oregon | St Marys Public School Mt Angel, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #429 of 678 | #302 of 678 |
| National rank | #36167 of 50,301 | #29420 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 297 | 296 |
| Enrollment | 297 | 296 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.7% | 70.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| city | Madras | Mt Angel |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •St Marys Public School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.8 vs 33.6).
- •St Marys Public School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •St Marys Public School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •St Marys Public School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.9% vs 101.7%).
- •Buff Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 18.5).
- •Buff Elementary School is the larger school with 297 students compared with 296.
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 Buff Elementary School better than St Marys Public School?
On the Success Index (US), St Marys Public School ranks higher (43.8 vs 33.6 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 Buff Elementary School and St Marys Public School?
About 141 km in a straight line, between Madras and Mt Angel in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buff Elementary School: 297. St Marys Public School: 296. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buff Elementary School and St Marys Public School rank in Oregon?
Buff Elementary School is 429th of 678 and St Marys Public School is 302nd of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).