Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Battle Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Math Proficiency: 35%
- Reading Proficiency: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Battle Creek Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Battle Creek Elementary School is 0.58, which is equal to 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)35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
22%
25%
Black
2%
2%
White
60%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Battle Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Battle Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pringle Elementary School, Sumpter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Battle Creek Elementary School?
450 students attend Battle Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Battle Creek Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Battle Creek Elementary School?
Battle Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Battle Creek Elementary School offer ?
Battle Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Battle Creek Elementary School part of?
Battle Creek Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
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