Myers Elementary School vs West Salem High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Myers Elementary School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
342 students
West Salem High School
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,606 students
| Measure | Myers Elementary School Salem, Oregon | West Salem High School Salem, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #446 of 678 | #68 of 215 |
| National rank | #36758 of 50,301 | #9018 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 342 | 1,606 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 1,606 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.3% | 89.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 25.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 47% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Salem High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.7 vs 32.8).
- •West Salem High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 38%).
- •West Salem High School does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 51%).
- •Myers Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.3% vs 89.5%).
- •Myers Elementary School does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 25.1).
- •West Salem High School is the larger school with 1,606 students compared with 342.
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 Myers Elementary School better than West Salem High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Salem High School ranks higher (47.7 vs 32.8 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 Myers Elementary School and West Salem High School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Myers Elementary School: 342. West Salem High School: 1,606. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Myers Elementary School and West Salem High School rank in Oregon?
Myers Elementary School is 446th of 678 and West Salem High School is 68th of 215 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).