Candalaria Elementary School vs Myrtle Crest School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 223 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
Myrtle Crest School
Myrtle Point · Public elementary · Grades K–5
271 students
| Measure | Candalaria Elementary School Salem, Oregon | Myrtle Crest School Myrtle Point, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #168 of 678 | #585 of 678 |
| National rank | #22127 of 50,301 | #43981 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 271 | 271 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 271 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.9% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 27% |
| city | Salem | Myrtle Point |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Candalaria Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 21.4).
- •Candalaria Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 27%).
- •Candalaria Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 37%).
- •Candalaria Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.9% vs 95.2%).
- •Myrtle Crest School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 22.6).
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 Myrtle Crest School?
On the Success Index (US), Candalaria Elementary School ranks higher (54.3 vs 21.4 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 Myrtle Crest School?
About 223 km in a straight line, between Salem and Myrtle Point in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Candalaria Elementary School: 271. Myrtle Crest School: 271. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Candalaria Elementary School and Myrtle Crest School rank in Oregon?
Candalaria Elementary School is 168th of 678 and Myrtle Crest School is 585th of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).