Serving 255 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Salem Heights 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Salem Heights Elementary School's student population of 255 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Salem Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Heights Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#784 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
57%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Salem Heights Elementary School is ranked #784 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Salem Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Salem Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright Elementary School, Schirle Elementary School, Candalaria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Salem Heights Elementary School?
255 students attend Salem Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Salem Heights Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salem Heights Elementary School?
Salem Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Salem Heights Elementary School offer ?
Salem Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem Heights Elementary School part of?
Salem Heights Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Salem Heights Elementary School located?
Salem Heights Elementary School is located in the South Salem neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in South Salem.
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