Early College High School is a high school in Salem, Oregon, United States that allows high school students to pursue college education early, similar to dual enrollment programs. When the students begin their junior year, they enter a phase when they are allowed to take part-time college classes.
Serving 198 students in grades 9-12, Early College High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Early College High School's student population of 198 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Mascot
Dragons
School Rankings
Early College High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Early College High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#8 out of 1174 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
47%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
35%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early College High School's ranking?
Early College High School is ranked #8 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Early College High School often compared to?
Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roberts High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Early College High School?
198 students attend Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Early College High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Early College High School?
Early College High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Early College High School offer ?
Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Early College High School part of?
Early College High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Early College High School located?
Early College High School is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in Northgate.
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