Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sumpter Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Math Proficiency: 57%
- Reading Proficiency: 56%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sumpter Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sumpter Elementary School is 0.49, 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)57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)56%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sumpter Elementary School often compared to?
Sumpter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battle Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Sumpter Elementary School?
473 students attend Sumpter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sumpter Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sumpter Elementary School?
Sumpter Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sumpter Elementary School offer ?
Sumpter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sumpter Elementary School part of?
Sumpter Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Sumpter Elementary School located?
Sumpter Elementary School is located in the South Gateway neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in South Gateway.
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