Meadows Elementary vs Rockwood Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meadows Elementary
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
320 students
Rockwood Preparatory Academy
Portland · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
397 students
| Measure | Meadows Elementary Portland, Oregon | Rockwood Preparatory Academy Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #670 of 678 | #601 of 678 |
| National rank | #49487 of 50,301 | #44996 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 320 | 397 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.3% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 22% |
| city | Portland | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rockwood Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.8 vs 9.9).
- •Rockwood Preparatory Academy does better on math proficiency (22% vs 21%).
- •Rockwood Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 29%).
- •Rockwood Preparatory Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100% vs 101.3%).
- •Meadows Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 20.9).
- •Rockwood Preparatory Academy is the larger school with 397 students compared with 320.
- •Meadows Elementary is a public school while Rockwood Preparatory Academy 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 Meadows Elementary better than Rockwood Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Rockwood Preparatory Academy ranks higher (19.8 vs 9.9 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 Meadows Elementary and Rockwood Preparatory Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Portland and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meadows Elementary: 320. Rockwood Preparatory Academy: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meadows Elementary and Rockwood Preparatory Academy rank in Oregon?
Meadows Elementary is 670th of 678 and Rockwood Preparatory Academy is 601st of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).