Obsidian Middle School vs Straub Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Oregon, United States, 169 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Obsidian Middle School
Redmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
568 students
Straub Middle School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
568 students
| Measure | Obsidian Middle School Redmond, Oregon | Straub Middle School Salem, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #128 of 208 | #51 of 208 |
| National rank | #10904 of 15,369 | #7268 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 568 | 568 |
| Enrollment | 568 | 568 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.8% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 51% |
| city | Redmond | Salem |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Straub Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.7 vs 34.8).
- •Straub Middle School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 34%).
- •Straub Middle School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 53%).
- •Obsidian Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.8% vs 88.6%).
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 Obsidian Middle School better than Straub Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Straub Middle School ranks higher (51.7 vs 34.8 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 Obsidian Middle School and Straub Middle School?
About 169 km in a straight line, between Redmond and Salem in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Obsidian Middle School: 568. Straub Middle School: 568. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Obsidian Middle School and Straub Middle School rank in Oregon?
Obsidian Middle School is 128th of 208 and Straub Middle School is 51st of 208 among middle schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).