Serving 71 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pratum Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pratum Elementary School serves the west part of Salem, OR, covering an attendance area of approximately 7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pratum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pratum Elementary School's student population of 71 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pratum Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pratum Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#45 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (99-00)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pratum Elementary School's ranking?
Pratum Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Pratum Elementary School often compared to?
Pratum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Candalaria Elementary School, Kalapuya Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Pratum Elementary School?
71 students attend Pratum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Pratum Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pratum Elementary School?
Pratum Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pratum Elementary School offer ?
Pratum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pratum Elementary School part of?
Pratum Elementary School is part of Silver Falls SD 4j School District.
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