Serving 225 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Valley Inquiry Charter 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 38:1 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Inquiry Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Valley Inquiry Charter School's student population of 225 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Inquiry Charter 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 Valley Inquiry Charter School is 0.61, 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
#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)
21-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
38:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
53%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Inquiry Charter School's ranking?
Valley Inquiry Charter School is ranked #409 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Valley Inquiry Charter School often compared to?
Valley Inquiry Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Charter School by visitors of our site.
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 Valley Inquiry Charter School?
225 students attend Valley Inquiry Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Valley Inquiry Charter School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Inquiry Charter School?
Valley Inquiry Charter School has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valley Inquiry Charter School offer ?
Valley Inquiry Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Valley Inquiry Charter School part of?
Valley Inquiry Charter School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
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