Serving 2,239 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Salem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Salem High School's student population of 2,239 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Salem High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Salem High 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
#1129 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
64%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
22%
59%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 North Salem High School's ranking?
North Salem High School is ranked #1129 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Salem High School?
The graduation rate of North Salem High School is 80%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend North Salem High School?
2,239 students attend North Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of North Salem High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Salem High School?
North Salem High School has a student ration of 21:1, 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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