Serving 484 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 42% (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 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sumpter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sumpter Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Sumpter Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sumpter Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#274 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
67%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
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 Sumpter Elementary School's ranking?
Sumpter Elementary School is ranked #274 out of 1,196 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, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% 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?
484 students attend Sumpter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sumpter Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sumpter Elementary School?
Sumpter Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, 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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