Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pringle Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Math Proficiency: 49%
- Reading Proficiency: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pringle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pringle Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pringle Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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)49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)51%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
23%
25%
Black
2%
2%
White
56%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pringle Elementary School often compared to?
Pringle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battle Creek Elementary School, Sumpter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Pringle Elementary School?
512 students attend Pringle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Pringle Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pringle Elementary School?
Pringle Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pringle Elementary School offer ?
Pringle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pringle Elementary School part of?
Pringle Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Pringle Elementary School located?
Pringle 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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