Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brush College Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brush College Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brush College Elementary School's student population of 307 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brush College Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brush College Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#327 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
68%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brush College Elementary School's ranking?
Brush College Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Brush College Elementary School?
307 students attend Brush College Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Brush College Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 19:1, which is higher than 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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