Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Swegle 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 6% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Swegle Elementary School serves the eastern part of Salem, OR, encompassing an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swegle Elementary School's student population of 496 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Swegle Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swegle Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1157 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
70%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
17%
57%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Einstein The Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swegle Elementary School's ranking?
Swegle Elementary School is ranked #1157 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Swegle Elementary School often compared to?
Swegle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Four Corners Elementary School, Cesar E Chavez Elementary School, Auburn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Swegle Elementary School?
496 students attend Swegle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Swegle Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swegle Elementary School?
Swegle Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swegle Elementary School offer ?
Swegle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swegle Elementary School part of?
Swegle Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Swegle Elementary School located?
Swegle Elementary School is located in the East Lancaster neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in East Lancaster.
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