Serving 1,681 students in grades 9-12, West Salem High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Salem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Salem High School's student population of 1,681 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Salem High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Salem High School is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#485 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
24%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
62%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Salem High School's ranking?
West Salem High School is ranked #485 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are West Salem High School often compared to?
West Salem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sprague High School, South Salem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Salem High School?
The graduation rate of West Salem High School is 91%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend West Salem High School?
1,681 students attend West Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of West Salem High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Salem High School?
West Salem High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Salem High School offer ?
West Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Salem High School part of?
West Salem High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is West Salem High School located?
West Salem High School is located in the West Salem neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in West Salem.
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