Serving 149 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley Inquiry Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Inquiry Charter School serves the northeast part of Salem, OR, covering an area of approximately 9.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a driving distance of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Inquiry Charter School's student population of 149 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering diverse learners through inquiry
School Rankings
Valley Inquiry Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Inquiry Charter School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#392 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
White
48%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cheetahs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Inquiry Charter School's ranking?
Valley Inquiry Charter School is ranked #392 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Valley Inquiry Charter School often compared to?
Valley Inquiry Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Valley Inquiry Charter School?
149 students attend Valley Inquiry Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Valley Inquiry Charter School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Inquiry Charter School?
Valley Inquiry Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valley Inquiry Charter School offer ?
Valley Inquiry Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Inquiry Charter School part of?
Valley Inquiry Charter School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
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