Gaston Elementary School vs Sams Valley Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 327 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gaston Elementary School
Gaston · Public elementary · Grades K–6
228 students
Sams Valley Elementary School
Central Point · Public elementary · Grades K–5
227 students
| Measure | Gaston Elementary School Gaston, Oregon | Sams Valley Elementary School Central Point, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #305 of 678 | #556 of 678 |
| National rank | #29454 of 50,301 | #42256 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 228 | 227 |
| Enrollment | 228 | 227 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.7% | 78.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| city | Gaston | Central Point |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gaston Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.7 vs 24.1).
- •Gaston Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Gaston Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 32%).
- •Gaston Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.7% vs 78.4%).
- •Gaston Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 20.6).
- •Gaston Elementary School is the larger school with 228 students compared with 227.
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 Gaston Elementary School better than Sams Valley Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Gaston Elementary School ranks higher (43.7 vs 24.1 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 Gaston Elementary School and Sams Valley Elementary School?
About 327 km in a straight line, between Gaston and Central Point in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gaston Elementary School: 228. Sams Valley Elementary School: 227. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gaston Elementary School and Sams Valley Elementary School rank in Oregon?
Gaston Elementary School is 305th of 678 and Sams Valley Elementary School is 556th of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).