Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sumpter Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (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 19:1 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: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sumpter Elementary School serves the southern part of Salem, OR, covering an area of approximately 13.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sumpter Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Sumpter Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sumpter Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#306 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
62%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sumpter Elementary School's ranking?
Sumpter Elementary School is ranked #306 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sumpter Elementary School often compared to?
Sumpter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battle Creek Elementary School, Schirle Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% 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 Sumpter Elementary School?
451 students attend Sumpter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sumpter Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sumpter Elementary School?
Sumpter Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sumpter Elementary School offer ?
Sumpter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sumpter Elementary School part of?
Sumpter Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Sumpter Elementary School located?
Sumpter 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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