Serving 499 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pringle 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 41% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 47% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pringle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pringle Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pringle 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 Pringle Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#462 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
25%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
53%
59%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pringle Elementary School's ranking?
Pringle Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Pringle Elementary School often compared to?
Pringle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battle Creek Elementary School, Sumpter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Pringle Elementary School?
499 students attend Pringle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pringle Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pringle Elementary School?
Pringle Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pringle Elementary School offer ?
Pringle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pringle Elementary School part of?
Pringle Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Pringle Elementary School located?
Pringle Elementary School is located in the South Gateway neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in South Gateway.
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