Centennial High School vs Powell Butte Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 608 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Centennial High School
Gresham · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,731 students
Powell Butte Elementary School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
392 students
| Measure | Centennial High School Gresham, Oregon | Powell Butte Elementary School Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #143 of 215 | #574 of 678 |
| National rank | #12296 of 16,910 | #43475 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,731 | 392 |
| Enrollment | 1,731 | 392 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 98.2% |
| Students per teacher | 27.0 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 30% |
| city | Gresham | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Centennial High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.5 vs 22.2).
- •Centennial High School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 36%).
- •Centennial High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.8% vs 98.2%).
- •Powell Butte Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 27.0).
- •Centennial High School is the larger school with 1,731 students compared with 392.
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 Centennial High School better than Powell Butte Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Centennial High School ranks higher (34.5 vs 22.2 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 Centennial High School and Powell Butte Elementary School?
About 608 m in a straight line, between Gresham and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Centennial High School: 1,731. Powell Butte Elementary School: 392. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Centennial High School and Powell Butte Elementary School rank in Oregon?
Centennial High School is 143rd of 215 and Powell Butte Elementary School is 574th of 678 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).