Candalaria Elementary School vs Judson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Candalaria Elementary School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
271 students
Judson Middle School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
811 students
| Measure | Candalaria Elementary School Salem, Oregon | Judson Middle School Salem, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #168 of 678 | #102 of 208 |
| National rank | #22127 of 50,301 | #9768 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 271 | 811 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 811 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.9% | 89.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 24.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 40% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Candalaria Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 40.2).
- •Candalaria Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 40%).
- •Candalaria Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Candalaria Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.9% vs 89.4%).
- •Candalaria Elementary School does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 24.6).
- •Judson Middle School is the larger school with 811 students compared with 271.
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 Candalaria Elementary School better than Judson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Candalaria Elementary School ranks higher (54.3 vs 40.2 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 Candalaria Elementary School and Judson Middle School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Candalaria Elementary School: 271. Judson Middle School: 811. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Candalaria Elementary School and Judson Middle School rank in Oregon?
Candalaria Elementary School is 168th of 678 and Judson Middle School is 102nd of 208 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).