Parkrose Middle School vs Russell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkrose Middle School
Portland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
618 students
Russell Elementary
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
309 students
| Measure | Parkrose Middle School Portland, Oregon | Russell Elementary Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #163 of 208 | #560 of 678 |
| National rank | #12302 of 15,369 | #42524 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 618 | 309 |
| Enrollment | 618 | 309 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 128.8% | 138.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 30% |
| city | Portland | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkrose Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.0 vs 23.7).
- •Parkrose Middle School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 39%).
- •Parkrose Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (128.8% vs 138.2%).
- •Russell Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 18.2).
- •Parkrose Middle School is the larger school with 618 students compared with 309.
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 Parkrose Middle School better than Russell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Parkrose Middle School ranks higher (28.0 vs 23.7 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 Parkrose Middle School and Russell Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Portland and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkrose Middle School: 618. Russell Elementary: 309. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkrose Middle School and Russell Elementary rank in Oregon?
Parkrose Middle School is 163rd of 208 and Russell Elementary is 560th of 678 among middle schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).