Serving 339 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hallman 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hallman Elementary School serves the northeast part of Salem, OR, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the farthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hallman Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hallman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hallman Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1148 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Silver
School Mascot
Husky
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hallman Elementary School's ranking?
Hallman Elementary School is ranked #1148 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Hallman Elementary School?
339 students attend Hallman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hallman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hallman Elementary School?
Hallman Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hallman Elementary School offer ?
Hallman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hallman Elementary School part of?
Hallman Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Hallman Elementary School located?
Hallman Elementary School is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in Northgate.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Staff are really looking at the whole student and ways to support their overall needs and development so that they are ready to learn at the level they can. The staff development is keeping everyone focused on encouraging each student to set and reach goals and every day starts with a very positive morning assembly!
5 10/10/2025
This is 10000% the best school of all time !!! I wish it went all the way to 12th grade.
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