McKinley Elementary School vs Salem Heights Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McKinley Elementary School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
269 students
Salem Heights Elementary School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
245 students
| Measure | McKinley Elementary School Salem, Oregon | Salem Heights Elementary School Salem, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #309 of 678 | #364 of 678 |
| National rank | #29598 of 50,301 | #32582 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 269 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 269 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.7% | 89.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKinley Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.5 vs 39.1).
- •McKinley Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •McKinley Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •McKinley Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.7% vs 89.4%).
- •Salem Heights Elementary School does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 22.4).
- •McKinley Elementary School is the larger school with 269 students compared with 245.
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 McKinley Elementary School better than Salem Heights Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), McKinley Elementary School ranks higher (43.5 vs 39.1 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 McKinley Elementary School and Salem Heights Elementary School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKinley Elementary School: 269. Salem Heights Elementary School: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKinley Elementary School and Salem Heights Elementary School rank in Oregon?
McKinley Elementary School is 309th of 678 and Salem Heights Elementary School is 364th of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).