Chapman Elementary School vs Emerson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chapman Elementary School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
353 students
Emerson School
Portland · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
130 students
| Measure | Chapman Elementary School Portland, Oregon | Emerson School Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #84 of 678 | #40 of 678 |
| National rank | #14445 of 50,301 | #9108 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 353 | 130 |
| Enrollment | 353 | 130 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.4% | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 62% |
| city | Portland | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.2 vs 65.5).
- •Emerson School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 56%).
- •Emerson School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 71%).
- •Chapman Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 18.6).
- •Chapman Elementary School is the larger school with 353 students compared with 130.
- •Chapman Elementary School is a public school while Emerson School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Chapman Elementary School better than Emerson School?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson School ranks higher (73.2 vs 65.5 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 Chapman Elementary School and Emerson School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Portland and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chapman Elementary School: 353. Emerson School: 130. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chapman Elementary School and Emerson School rank in Oregon?
Chapman Elementary School is 84th of 678 and Emerson School is 40th of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).