Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kalapuya Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kalapuya Elementary School serves the west part of Salem, OR, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kalapuya Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kalapuya Elementary School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kalapuya Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalapuya Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#204 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
White
62%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Maroon, & Golden Yellow
School Mascot
Condors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalapuya Elementary School's ranking?
Kalapuya Elementary School is ranked #204 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Kalapuya Elementary School often compared to?
Kalapuya Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harritt Elementary School, Chapman Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Kalapuya Elementary School?
483 students attend Kalapuya Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Kalapuya Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kalapuya Elementary School?
Kalapuya Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kalapuya Elementary School offer ?
Kalapuya Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kalapuya Elementary School part of?
Kalapuya Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Kalapuya Elementary School located?
Kalapuya Elementary School is located in the West Salem neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in West Salem.
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