Serving 505 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Swegle Elementary 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 16% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swegle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Swegle Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
505 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Swegle Elementary 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 Swegle Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1092 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
2%
4%

Hispanic
67%
26%

Black
1%
3%

White
19%
58%

Hawaiian
6%
1%

Two or more races
4%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%

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 Swegle Elementary School's ranking?
Swegle Elementary School is ranked #1092 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Swegle Elementary School often compared to?
Swegle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Four Corners Elementary School, Cesar E Chavez Elementary School, Auburn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Swegle Elementary School?
505 students attend Swegle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Swegle Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swegle Elementary School?
Swegle Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swegle Elementary School offer ?
Swegle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Swegle Elementary School part of?
Swegle Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Swegle Elementary School located?
Swegle Elementary School is located in the East Lancaster neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in East Lancaster.
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