Jefferson High School vs Kairos PDX
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson High School
Portland · Public high · Grades 9–12
456 students
Kairos PDX
Portland · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
226 students
| Measure | Jefferson High School Portland, Oregon | Kairos PDX Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #186 of 215 | #536 of 678 |
| National rank | #14123 of 16,910 | #40525 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 456 | 226 |
| Enrollment | 456 | 226 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 56.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 15% |
| city | Portland | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (26.3 vs 26.8).
- •Jefferson High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 15%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 34.5%).
- •Kairos PDX does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.6% vs 98.7%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 17.4).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 456 students compared with 226.
- •Jefferson High School is a public school while Kairos PDX is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Jefferson High School better than Kairos PDX?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jefferson High School and Kairos PDX?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Portland and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson High School: 456. Kairos PDX: 226. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson High School and Kairos PDX rank in Oregon?
Jefferson High School is 186th of 215 and Kairos PDX is 536th of 678 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).