Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Candalaria Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Candalaria Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Candalaria Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Candalaria Elementary School?
299 students attend Candalaria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Candalaria Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Candalaria Elementary School?
Candalaria Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Candalaria Elementary School offer ?
Candalaria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Candalaria Elementary School part of?
Candalaria Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Candalaria Elementary School located?
Candalaria Elementary School is located in the South Salem neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in South Salem.
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