West Salem High School is a public high school of the Salem-Keizer School District located in Salem, Oregon, United States.
Serving 1,606 students in grades 9-12, West Salem High School ranks in the top 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 18% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Salem High School serves the northwest part of Salem, OR, encompassing an area of approximately 38.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Salem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Salem High School's student population of 1,606 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,606 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
It’s a great day to be a Titan!
School Rankings
West Salem High 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 West Salem High School is 0.61, 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
#550 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Forest Green, Black, and Silver
School Mascot
Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Salem High School's ranking?
West Salem High School is ranked #550 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are West Salem High School often compared to?
West Salem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sprague High School, South Salem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Salem High School?
The graduation rate of West Salem High School is 91%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend West Salem High School?
1,606 students attend West Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of West Salem High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Salem High School?
West Salem High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Salem High School offer ?
West Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Salem High School part of?
West Salem High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is West Salem High School located?
West Salem High School is located in the West Salem neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in West Salem.
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