Jackson Middle School vs Stephenson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Middle School
Portland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
715 students
Stephenson Elementary School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
285 students
| Measure | Jackson Middle School Portland, Oregon | Stephenson Elementary School Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #21 of 208 | #27 of 678 |
| National rank | #4777 of 15,369 | #8173 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 715 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 715 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.8% | 41.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 72% |
| city | Portland | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stephenson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.7 vs 63.2).
- •Stephenson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 60%).
- •Stephenson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 76%).
- •Stephenson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.8% vs 61.8%).
- •Stephenson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 19.9).
- •Jackson Middle School is the larger school with 715 students compared with 285.
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 Jackson Middle School better than Stephenson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Stephenson Elementary School ranks higher (74.7 vs 63.2 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 Jackson Middle School and Stephenson Elementary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Portland and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Middle School: 715. Stephenson Elementary School: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Middle School and Stephenson Elementary School rank in Oregon?
Jackson Middle School is 21st of 208 and Stephenson Elementary School is 27th of 678 among middle schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).