Serving 2,152 students in grades 9-12, North Salem High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Salem High School's student population of 2,152 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,152 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
The diversity score of North Salem High School is 0.54, 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)28%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
54%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
63%
25%
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Black
2%
2%
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White
25%
60%
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Hawaiian
4%
1%
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Two or more races
5%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart display the diversity score of North Salem High School and the public school average diversity score of Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart display the diversity score of North Salem High School and the public school average diversity score of Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/68000/68064/north-salem-high-school-chart-wmsJ31.png)
Graduation Rate
78%
81%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 North Salem High School often compared to?
North 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Salem High School?
The graduation rate of North Salem High School is 78%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend North Salem High School?
2,152 students attend North Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of North Salem High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Salem High School?
North Salem High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Salem High School offer ?
North Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Salem High School part of?
North Salem High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is North Salem High School located?
North Salem High School is located in the Central Area neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Central Area.
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