Pringle Elementary School

5500 Reed Ln Se
Salem, OR 97306
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pringle Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 50% in OR
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pringle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

School Overview

Pringle Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

School Rankings

Pringle Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pringle Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
This School
State Level (OR)
#462 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
41%
31%
43%
44%
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
52%
58%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pringle Elementary School's ranking?
Pringle Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Pringle Elementary School often compared to?
Pringle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battle Creek Elementary School, Sumpter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Pringle Elementary School?
477 students attend Pringle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pringle Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pringle Elementary School?
Pringle Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pringle Elementary School offer ?
Pringle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pringle Elementary School part of?
Pringle Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Pringle Elementary School located?
Pringle Elementary School is located in the South Gateway neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in South Gateway.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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