Serving 344 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Myers 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 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 45-49% (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 40% 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: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Myers Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Myers Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Myers Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#409 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
1%
3%
White
60%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myers Elementary School's ranking?
Myers Elementary School is ranked #409 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Myers Elementary School?
344 students attend Myers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Myers Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Myers Elementary School?
Myers Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Myers Elementary School offer ?
Myers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Myers Elementary School part of?
Myers Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Myers Elementary School located?
Myers 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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