Dexter McCarty Middle School vs The Dalles Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Oregon, United States, 97 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dexter McCarty Middle School
Gresham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
514 students
The Dalles Middle School
The Dalles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
513 students
| Measure | Dexter McCarty Middle School Gresham, Oregon | The Dalles Middle School The Dalles, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #130 of 208 | #170 of 208 |
| National rank | #10962 of 15,369 | #12555 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 514 | 513 |
| Enrollment | 514 | 513 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.3% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 28% |
| city | Gresham | The Dalles |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dexter McCarty Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.5 vs 26.7).
- •Dexter McCarty Middle School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 28%).
- •Dexter McCarty Middle School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Dexter McCarty Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.3% vs 99%).
- •The Dalles Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 19.8).
- •Dexter McCarty Middle School is the larger school with 514 students compared with 513.
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 Dexter McCarty Middle School better than The Dalles Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Dexter McCarty Middle School ranks higher (34.5 vs 26.7 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 Dexter McCarty Middle School and The Dalles Middle School?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Gresham and The Dalles in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dexter McCarty Middle School: 514. The Dalles Middle School: 513. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dexter McCarty Middle School and The Dalles Middle School rank in Oregon?
Dexter McCarty Middle School is 130th of 208 and The Dalles Middle School is 170th of 208 among middle schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).