Houck Middle School vs Leslie Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Oregon, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houck Middle School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
830 students
Leslie Middle School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
735 students
| Measure | Houck Middle School Salem, Oregon | Leslie Middle School Salem, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #201 of 208 | #187 of 208 |
| National rank | #14581 of 15,369 | #13445 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 830 | 735 |
| Enrollment | 830 | 735 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89% | 87.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 28% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Leslie Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.9 vs 14.9).
- •Leslie Middle School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 18%).
- •Leslie Middle School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 34%).
- •Leslie Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.9% vs 89%).
- •Leslie Middle School does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 23.1).
- •Houck Middle School is the larger school with 830 students compared with 735.
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 Houck Middle School better than Leslie Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Leslie Middle School ranks higher (21.9 vs 14.9 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 Houck Middle School and Leslie Middle School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houck Middle School: 830. Leslie Middle School: 735. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houck Middle School and Leslie Middle School rank in Oregon?
Houck Middle School is 201st of 208 and Leslie Middle School is 187th of 208 among middle schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).