Dayton High School vs McMinnville High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Oregon, United States, 8.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dayton High School
Dayton · Public high · Grades 9–12
310 students
McMinnville High School
McMinnville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,228 students
| Measure | Dayton High School Dayton, Oregon | McMinnville High School McMinnville, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #150 of 215 | #73 of 215 |
| National rank | #12785 of 16,910 | #9212 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 310 | 2,228 |
| Enrollment | 310 | 2,228 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 161.3% | 78.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 41% |
| city | Dayton | McMinnville |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McMinnville High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.9 vs 32.4).
- •McMinnville High School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 22%).
- •McMinnville High School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •McMinnville High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.1% vs 161.3%).
- •Dayton High School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 20.3).
- •McMinnville High School is the larger school with 2,228 students compared with 310.
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 Dayton High School better than McMinnville High School?
On the Success Index (US), McMinnville High School ranks higher (46.9 vs 32.4 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 Dayton High School and McMinnville High School?
About 8.4 km in a straight line, between Dayton and McMinnville in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dayton High School: 310. McMinnville High School: 2,228. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dayton High School and McMinnville High School rank in Oregon?
Dayton High School is 150th of 215 and McMinnville High School is 73rd of 215 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).