Carus School vs Periwinkle Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 83 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carus School
Oregon City · Public elementary · Grades K–6
325 students
Periwinkle Elementary School
Albany · Public elementary · Grades K–5
325 students
| Measure | Carus School Oregon City, Oregon | Periwinkle Elementary School Albany, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #390 of 678 | #543 of 678 |
| National rank | #34088 of 50,301 | #40795 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 325 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 325 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64% | 76.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 31% |
| city | Oregon City | Albany |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carus School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.8 vs 26.4).
- •Carus School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 31%).
- •Periwinkle Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 40%).
- •Carus School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 76.6%).
- •Carus School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 21.7).
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 Carus School better than Periwinkle Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Carus School ranks higher (36.8 vs 26.4 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 Carus School and Periwinkle Elementary School?
About 83 km in a straight line, between Oregon City and Albany in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carus School: 325. Periwinkle Elementary School: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carus School and Periwinkle Elementary School rank in Oregon?
Carus School is 390th of 678 and Periwinkle Elementary School is 543rd of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).