Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kalapuya Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kalapuya Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kalapuya Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kalapuya Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalapuya Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#186 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
65%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalapuya Elementary School's ranking?
Kalapuya Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Kalapuya Elementary School often compared to?
Kalapuya Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harritt Elementary School, Chapman Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Kalapuya Elementary School?
512 students attend Kalapuya Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Kalapuya Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalapuya Elementary School?
Kalapuya Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kalapuya Elementary School offer ?
Kalapuya Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kalapuya Elementary School part of?
Kalapuya Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Kalapuya Elementary School located?
Kalapuya 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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