Serving 291 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brush College 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brush College Elementary School's student population of 291 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
291 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Brush College 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)45-49%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
54%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
2%
4%
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Hispanic
20%
25%
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Black
2%
2%
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White
66%
60%
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Hawaiian
1%
1%
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Two or more races
9%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Brush College Elementary School often compared to?
Brush College Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harritt Elementary School, Kalapuya Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Brush College Elementary School?
291 students attend Brush College Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Brush College Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brush College Elementary School?
Brush College Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brush College Elementary School offer ?
Brush College Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Brush College Elementary School part of?
Brush College Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Brush College Elementary School located?
Brush College 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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