Gilham Elementary School vs Sheldon High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gilham Elementary School
Eugene · Public elementary · Grades K–5
572 students
Sheldon High School
Eugene · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,462 students
| Measure | Gilham Elementary School Eugene, Oregon | Sheldon High School Eugene, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #228 of 678 | #37 of 215 |
| National rank | #25810 of 50,301 | #7247 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 572 | 1,462 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 1,462 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.4% | 64.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 49% |
| city | Eugene | Eugene |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sheldon High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 49.0).
- •Sheldon High School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 44%).
- •Sheldon High School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 61%).
- •Sheldon High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 65.4%).
- •Gilham Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 20.3).
- •Sheldon High School is the larger school with 1,462 students compared with 572.
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 Gilham Elementary School better than Sheldon High School?
On the Success Index (US), Sheldon High School ranks higher (54.3 vs 49.0 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 Gilham Elementary School and Sheldon High School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Eugene and Eugene in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gilham Elementary School: 572. Sheldon High School: 1,462. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gilham Elementary School and Sheldon High School rank in Oregon?
Gilham Elementary School is 228th of 678 and Sheldon High School is 37th of 215 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).