Serving 2,204 students in grades 9-12, South Salem High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: 39%
- Reading Proficiency: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Salem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
South Salem High School's student population of 2,204 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Salem High School is 0.61, which is more 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)39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)74%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
34%
25%
Black
2%
2%
White
52%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Salem High School often compared to?
South Salem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sprague High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Salem High School?
The graduation rate of South Salem High School is 92%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend South Salem High School?
2,204 students attend South Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of South Salem High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 South Salem High School?
South Salem High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Salem High School offer ?
South Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Salem High School part of?
South Salem High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is South Salem High School located?
South Salem High School is located in the South Central neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in South Central.
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