Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Swegle 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: 15%
- Reading Proficiency: 20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swegle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Swegle Elementary School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Swegle Elementary School is 0.54, 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)15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
64%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
21%
60%
Hawaiian
7%
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Swegle Elementary School often compared to?
Swegle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Four Corners Elementary School, Cesar E Chavez Elementary School, Auburn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Swegle Elementary School?
546 students attend Swegle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Swegle Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swegle Elementary School?
Swegle Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swegle Elementary School offer ?
Swegle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Swegle Elementary School part of?
Swegle Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Swegle Elementary School located?
Swegle Elementary School is located in the East Lancaster neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in East Lancaster.
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