Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School vs Sam Barlow High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Oregon, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School
Portland · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,650 students
Sam Barlow High School
Gresham · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,635 students
| Measure | Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School Portland, Oregon | Sam Barlow High School Gresham, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #94 of 215 | #171 of 215 |
| National rank | #10148 of 16,910 | #13647 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,650 | 1,635 |
| Enrollment | 1,650 | 1,635 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.9% | 81.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 25.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 28% |
| city | Portland | Gresham |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 28.6).
- •Sam Barlow High School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 51%).
- •Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.9% vs 81.5%).
- •Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 25.5).
- •Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School is the larger school with 1,650 students compared with 1,635.
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 Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School better than Sam Barlow High School?
On the Success Index (US), Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School ranks higher (43.2 vs 28.6 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 Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School and Sam Barlow High School?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Portland and Gresham in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School: 1,650. Sam Barlow High School: 1,635. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School and Sam Barlow High School rank in Oregon?
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School is 94th of 215 and Sam Barlow High School is 171st of 215 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).