Serving 317 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clear Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Clear Lake Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Salem, OR, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clear Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clear Lake Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clear Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clear Lake Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#457 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
56%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Clear Lake Elementary School is ranked #457 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Clear Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Clear Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Clear Lake Elementary School?
317 students attend Clear Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Clear Lake Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clear Lake Elementary School?
Clear Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clear Lake Elementary School offer ?
Clear Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clear Lake Elementary School part of?
Clear Lake Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
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