Gresham High School vs Leodis V. McDaniel High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Oregon, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gresham High School
Gresham · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,685 students
Leodis V. McDaniel High School
Portland · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,681 students
| Measure | Gresham High School Gresham, Oregon | Leodis V. McDaniel High School Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #189 of 215 | #151 of 215 |
| National rank | #14219 of 16,910 | #12817 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,685 | 1,681 |
| Enrollment | 1,685 | 1,681 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.2% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 32% |
| city | Gresham | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Leodis V. McDaniel High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.3 vs 25.8).
- •Leodis V. McDaniel High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 21%).
- •Gresham High School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 52%).
- •Gresham High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.2% vs 97.8%).
- •Leodis V. McDaniel High School does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 23.7).
- •Gresham High School is the larger school with 1,685 students compared with 1,681.
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 Gresham High School better than Leodis V. McDaniel High School?
On the Success Index (US), Leodis V. McDaniel High School ranks higher (32.3 vs 25.8 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 Gresham High School and Leodis V. McDaniel High School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Gresham and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gresham High School: 1,685. Leodis V. McDaniel High School: 1,681. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gresham High School and Leodis V. McDaniel High School rank in Oregon?
Gresham High School is 189th of 215 and Leodis V. McDaniel High School is 151st of 215 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).