George Middle School vs James John Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Middle School
Portland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
400 students
James John Elementary School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
| Measure | George Middle School Portland, Oregon | James John Elementary School Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #193 of 208 | #564 of 678 |
| National rank | #14096 of 15,369 | #42762 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 400 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 400 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 27% |
| city | Portland | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James John Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 18.1).
- •James John Elementary School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •James John Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •George Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98% vs 98.9%).
- •George Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.7).
- •George Middle School is the larger school with 400 students compared with 367.
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 George Middle School better than James John Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), James John Elementary School ranks higher (23.3 vs 18.1 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 George Middle School and James John Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Portland and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Middle School: 400. James John Elementary School: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Middle School and James John Elementary School rank in Oregon?
George Middle School is 193rd of 208 and James John Elementary School is 564th of 678 among middle schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).