Serving 186 students in grades 6-8, Howard Street Charter ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Street Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Howard Street Charter's student population of 186 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 90% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howard Street Charter ranks within the top 10% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Street Charter is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#64 out of 1196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
21%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
67%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Street Charter's ranking?
Howard Street Charter is ranked #64 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Howard Street Charter often compared to?
Howard Street Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Jane Goodall Environmental Middle Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Howard Street Charter?
186 students attend Howard Street Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Howard Street Charter students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Howard Street Charter offer ?
Howard Street Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Howard Street Charter part of?
Howard Street Charter is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Howard Street Charter located?
Howard Street Charter is located in the Central Area neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Central Area.
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