Serving 502 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kalapuya Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Math Proficiency: 68%
- Reading Proficiency: 73%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kalapuya Elementary School's student population of 502 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kalapuya Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)73%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
67%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kalapuya Elementary School often compared to?
Kalapuya Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harritt Elementary School, Chapman Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Kalapuya Elementary School?
502 students attend Kalapuya Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Kalapuya Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalapuya Elementary School?
Kalapuya Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kalapuya Elementary School offer ?
Kalapuya Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kalapuya Elementary School part of?
Kalapuya Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Kalapuya Elementary School located?
Kalapuya Elementary 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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